Defense AT&L (Volume 35, Number 1, January-February 2006)

Abstract

"Transformation and the Future at DLA" is an interview with Vice Adm. Keith W. Lippert, USN, Director of the Defense Logistics Agency -- Adm. Lippert talks about steering the organization through transformation and incorporating significant changes to the way business is done as DoD's largest combat support agency responds to escalating requests. "Nine Technology Insertion Programs That Can Speed Acquisition," by Sue C. Payton -- The Advanced Systems and Concepts Office specializes in technology insertion processes that focus on joint needs and capabilities spanning more than one Service or agency and involving domestic and foreign partnerships. "It's About Time," by Maj. Dan Ward, et al. -- Despite numerous high-profile official pronouncements over the years, DoD has not cut development cycle times. This isn't because it can't be done, but from lack of desire, focus, and commitment. "Excellence in Acquisition," by Kenneth J. Krieg -- In his September 2005 testimony before the United States Committee on Armed Services, the USD for AT&L provides insight into his philosophy and vision. "Seven Deadly Sins of Project Management." by Wayne Turk -- Follow the author's advice and you will take your place in PM Heaven among those blessed by project management success. "Practical Tools for Managers of Smaller Projects," by Brad S. Hierstetter -- The author focuses on practical tools that increase the likelihood of success for PMs of smaller projects. "What to Expect When You Don't Know What to Expect," by E. Sherie Kim -- From experience in the test and evaluation field, the author identifies four obstacles to getting the job done and explains how the team dealt with them. "Washingtonian Leadership in Project Management," by Andrew J. Crowley -- Today's leaders can enhance their skills and effectiveness by following the example of George Washington in responding to adversity, dealing with failure without accepting defeat, and learning from past mistakes.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 2006
Accession Number
ADA482604

Entities

Organizations

  • Defense Acquisition University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Cyber
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Business Administration
  • Distance Learning
  • Electronic Mail
  • Employment
  • Fighter Aircraft
  • Information Systems
  • Knowledge Management
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Education
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Students
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Warfare
  • Weapons Effects

Readers

  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.