Greater Buyer Effectiveness through Automation

Abstract

Computer and information technologies can improve the procurement process in DoD through reduced lead times, smarter decisions, and better selection of supplies and services. Many existing systems have demonstrated improved management reporting and contract instrument generation. However, greater benefits are possible through application of paperless processes, expert systems, and electronic interfaces. DoD procurement automation should not be directed at just paper efficiencies by at improving buyer effectiveness. This report reviews the current state of procurement automation in DoD and recommends strategic direction and objective for DoD to take advantage of technology's potential. Nine major systems are reviewed in depth while all significant automated procurement systems are listed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1989
Accession Number
ADA206701

Entities

People

  • Daniel J. Drake

Organizations

  • LMI

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Application Software
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Control Systems
  • Database Management Systems
  • Electronic Mail
  • Engineers
  • Information Systems
  • Management Personnel
  • Operating Systems
  • Organizational Structure

Readers

  • Government Contracting/Procurement.
  • Team-Based Human-Centered Cognitive Task Decision Making and Information Performance.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics