Processes Asunder: Acquisition & Planning Misfits

Abstract

This paper will examine the current effects on transformational Commercial Off the Shelf (COTS) information systems from acquisition through their implementation and assess the capability to build, acquire and field these complex systems using current Army and DoD policy and guidance. It will explore the constructs behind transformational COTS programs and the impediments to success. Analysis will include an assessment of Major Defense Acquisition Program (MDAP) schedule impacts due to redundant reviews, discuss pros and cons of the Business Transformation Agency and provide recommendations for program managers and leadership for streamlining the process.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 26, 2009
Accession Number
ADA499414

Entities

People

  • Cherie A. Smith

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Engineered Resilient Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Budgets
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Contracts
  • Cost Analysis
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economic Analysis
  • Education
  • Governments
  • Information Systems
  • Management Personnel
  • Military Acquisition
  • Organizational Structure
  • Program Management
  • Risk Analysis
  • War Colleges

Readers

  • Enterprise Information Systems Architecture and Joint Command Capability Interoperability Support.
  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Systems Analysis and Design