LCMC Impact on Product Management Offices

Abstract

Implementation of the Life Cycle Management Command (LCMC) concept for the Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) and other collocated agencies, specifically Product and Program Management Offices under the Program Executive Office for Combat Support and Combat Service Support (PEO CS&CSS) resulted in a paradigm shift of management thought, process, and consolidated support for the life-cycle management of systems. Strategic communication proved to be the most critical link in the establishment of a fully functioning LCMC. This project examined the implementation process and how it almost failed, and then became a success. Three specific areas were analyzed on LCMC: concept initiation and implementation, program of record issues, and general PMO funds management. The research reveals that the process has had success, but that certain issues still require additional work and correction. Recommendations are provided on what must be accomplished for PMO to be successful.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 30, 2009
Accession Number
ADA494026

Entities

People

  • Dennis N. Haag

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Army Personnel
  • Base Closures
  • Business Administration
  • Department Of Defense
  • Education
  • Electronic Mail
  • Governments
  • Inventory Control
  • Life Cycle Management
  • Life Cycles
  • Management Personnel
  • Organizational Structure
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training
  • United States
  • War Colleges

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