Outfit Planning

Abstract

Outfit Planning is a term used to describe the allocation of resources for the installation of components other than hull structure in a ship. Methods applied in shipyards in other countries are recognized to have produced such benefits as: 1 improved safety 1 reduced cost 1 better quality 1 shorter periods between contract award and delivery, and 1 adherence to schedules. Thus the purpose of this text, which is based upon a study of such methods and knowledge of domestic practices. is to identify the logic and principles which could lead to improving outfit procedures in the U.S. shipbuilding industry.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA452417

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  • Ground and Sea Platforms

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  • Accuracy
  • Assembly
  • Commerce
  • Contractors
  • Contracts
  • Cost Reductions
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  • Engineering
  • Engineers
  • Fabrication
  • Lead Time
  • Manufacturing
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mass Production
  • Production
  • Shipbuilding
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