Optimization of Prepositioned War Reserves: A Savings Through Value Enhancement Project
Abstract
This is a report on the study of the mix of different Army rations such as Meal, Ready-To-Eat (MRE), Food Packet Long Range Patrol (LRP), and Ration Cold Weather (RCW) to optimize the types and mix of rations purchase for War Reserve to minimize the cost. The restraints studied included the number of rations needed to be propositioned for future military scenarios, the need to maintain the MRE industrial base and the maximum amount of alternative rations to the MRE that could be fed. It was concluded that the LRP, made up of inherently stable freeze dried and dehydrated components, be used as an alternative ration for a portion MRE War Reserve stockage. Adjustments to the length of the rotation cycle were recommended in order to assure the availability of the highest quality rations at all times while minimizing total costs. The recommended ratational cycle would be to replace 26% of the MREs with the equivalent LRPs over a 3.18 year period. The RCWs would not be a replacement, as it is not cost-effective to procure them in great quantities.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA369102
Entities
People
- Barbara A. Daley
- Joseph S. Cohen