A Review of Acquisition for Transformation, Modernization, and Recapitalization
Abstract
The Department of Defense requires an integrated process to determine how/when to make decisions about transformation modernization and recapitalization. Arbitrary timelines are an inadequate approach. Future Force capabilities should be incorporated into the force as they are operationally required technologically feasible and fiscally affordable. Such decisions are directly related to the modernization and recapitalization of extant systems. Additionally these decisions are affected by the budgeting process force structure changes and the procurement process. In light of the on-going transformation activities we review the concerns of a too slow procurement process an aging equipment set and a shifting budget. We examine the defense budget cycle changes to the composition of the defense budget and decisions regarding budget allocations. We then survey a number of potential enhancements to the modernization and recapitalization processes and follow with a review of recent improvements in the procurement processes and offer additional recommendations for improvement focusing on acquisition process changes education process monitoring and administration.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 08, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA449659
Entities
People
- Jody J. Daniels
Organizations
- United States Army War College