Top Level Space Cost Methodology (TLSCM)

Abstract

A compilation of Life Cycle Cost (LCC) methodologies and techniques that will lead an inexperienced 'coster' (one who estimates cost) step by step to devise a Rough Order of Magnitude (ROM) LCC estimate. The inexperienced coster is shown where and how to begin. The space arena was chosen to illustrate the methodologies by estimating theoretical examples. The LCC estimates presented illustrate space systems, but the same methodologies can be used with conventional ground or airborne systems. The examples portray only a top-level, back-of-the-envelope, quick-turn around LCC estimate that can be used by 'top level' decision makers. Since the objective of the 'top level' cost estimates takes CAIV into account, this document will be helpful prior to Milestone 0 and Milestone I in the system acquisition life cycle. The examples only go to work breakdown structure level 2. References are given and the coster is shown how to document and report LCC IAW DOD 5000.4M. Also, readers are warned about some common costing traps that can easily occur. An inflation tutorial instructs how to convert the cost of one fiscal year to another. The document has limited potential for a seasoned, well experienced coster.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 02, 1997
Accession Number
ADA336360

Entities

People

  • Truett L. Scarborough

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Air Force
  • Application Software
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Cost Analysis
  • Cost Estimates
  • Earth Orbits
  • Geosynchronous Orbits
  • Life Cycles
  • Reconnaissance Satellites
  • Satellite Buses
  • Space Objects
  • Space Systems
  • Spacecraft
  • Systems Engineering
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Warning Systems

Readers

  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.

Technology Areas

  • Space