Optimizing Logistics for Army Transformation

Abstract

Logistics Management under transformation must be revolutionized to insure full compliance is realized and demonstrated in both the Interim and Objective Force concepts. A 'total system' including both combat and logistics must be developed in parallel to maximize efficiencies. Undoubtedly, weapon system enhancements will have major impacts on the current logistics business process. The author examines how the Army transformation strategy will impact the logistics revolution currently in progress. The reduction of the logistical footprint utilizing key enablers such as commonality of systems parts, using reach-back as a critical path for 'focused logistics' and meshing the acquisition process with a combination of logistical concepts. This paper will examine current logistical processes and how the organizations, systems, and business processes must be transformed to meet the Objective Force end-state.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2001
Accession Number
ADA391198

Entities

People

  • Gwendolyn Boney-harris

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Armored Vehicles
  • Cold War
  • Commerce
  • Defense Systems
  • Department Of Defense
  • Deployment
  • Governments
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicles
  • Infrastructure
  • Light Armored Vehicles
  • Logistics
  • Materials Handling Equipment
  • Situational Awareness
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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