An Evaluation of the Impact of the Target Force Planning Model (TFPM) on the Manpower Process at Headquarters, U.S. Marine Corps

Abstract

This thesis examines the Target Force Planning Model (TFPM). The Marine Corps has been using different generations of this model since 1971 to determine the target force by grade and primary military occupational specialty (MOS) while taking personnel overhead and billets not requiring a primary skill into consideration. Interviews were conducted with the contractor, model manager, and primary users. This thesis identifies and makes recommendations for improvements centered around four key themes that emerged from the analysis. They are the need for better integration of the model and processes within the manpower system, development of concrete measures of effectiveness, improved documentation, and an effective education program. The study suggests that while the results of the TFPM are satisfactory for the users, organizational refinements could possibly increase its effectiveness.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1999
Accession Number
ADA362904

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  • Francis J. Blankemeyer Jr

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  • Naval Postgraduate School

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  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

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  • Careers
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Contractors
  • Department Of Defense
  • Education
  • Electronic Mail
  • Mainframe Computers
  • Management Personnel
  • Manpower
  • Marine Corps
  • Marine Corps Personnel
  • Measures Of Effectiveness
  • Military Occupational Specialties
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Training

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