Strategic Plan FY 2004 - 2009 (Abridged)

Abstract

The Office of the Inspector General of the Department of Defense was established by Congress as one of the "independent and objective units WITHIN LISTED 'ESTABLISHMENTS,' INCLUDING THE Department of Defense to conduct and supervise audits and investigations relating to the programs and operations of those establishments." As the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense in all Inspector General matters, the Inspector General serves as an extension of "the eyes, ears, and conscience" of the Secretary. In support of the mission of the Department of Defense, the Office of the Inspector General endeavors to: "Provide leadership & to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness" of the Department of Defense, i.e. MILITARY readiness in peace and victory in war; "Prevent and detect "fraud, waste, and abuse"; "Provide policy direction for audits and investigations"; "Provide a means for keeping the Secretary of Defense and the Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies 6; and "Give particular regard to the activities of the internal audit, inspection, and investigative units of the military departments with a view toward avoiding duplication and insuring effective coordination and cooperation."

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2005
Accession Number
ADA434381

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  • Office of the Inspector General, U.S. Department of Defense

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