The Case for a Knowledge Based DoD Software Enterprise: An Exploratory Study Using System Dynamics

Abstract

This research project will examine the DoD Software Acquisition process utilizing Jay Forrester's System Dynamics methodology. Well known acquisition issues and policies will be examined with specific focus on oversight, process integration, process discipline, and knowledge management. These issues will be examined for causality and dependent relationships. Additionally, a proof of concept systems dynamics model will be developed to simulate the system and test possible interventions for organizational structure and policy.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA473892

Entities

People

  • Richard J. Dixon Jr.

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Cyber
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Aircrafts
  • Application Software
  • California
  • Case Studies
  • Complex Systems
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Contractors
  • Department Of Defense
  • Information Exchange
  • Knowledge Management
  • Organizational Structure
  • Software Development
  • Spiral Development
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Systems Analysis and Design