Formulation of Provider R&D Output Metrics for Navy Warfare Enterprises
Abstract
In the Navy Enterprise construct, the warfighter is responsible for establishing the integrated warfighting requirements. The provider is responsible for the processes and intellectual capital that transform requirements and resources into fleet readiness and capability, and the resource sponsor is responsible for providing the means necessary to support the provider. This construct is based on the premise that all three elements must be synchronized and transparent if the required operational capabilities are to be delivered In the most efficient manner. This report discusses the formulation of provider output metrics for Navy Warfare Enterprises and associated R&D focused organizations. The Enterprise construct requires that upper-tier enterprises delineate quantified warfighter requirements (metrics with identified units of measure) that constitute the "demand signal" to the provider. Properly constructed demand signal metrics can be used to develop meaningful Warfare Enterprise and provider output metrics. The output metrics need to be based on products and services, and they should not be the measure of activity (i.e., the process). The provider can use time-honored portfolio management techniques to provide measured and/or expected value assessments relative to the warfighter demand signal metrics. Organizational R&D performance output metrics are also discussed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 20, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA473360
Entities
People
- Robert C. Manke
Organizations
- Naval Undersea Warfare Center