A Conceptual Framework for Defense Acquisition Decision Makers: Giving the Schedule its Due

Abstract

Conceptual models based on economic and operations research principles can yield valuable insight into defense acquisition decisions. This article focuses on models that place varying degrees of emphasis on each objective of the defense acquisition system: cost (low cost), schedule (short cycle times), and performance (high system performance). The most appealing conceptual model is chosen, which the authors posit that, if adopted, would lead to shifts in priorities that could facilitate better outcomes, as empirical results suggest. Finally, several policy prescriptions implied by the model are briefly explored.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA600488

Entities

People

  • Chad Dacus
  • Stephen Hagel

Organizations

  • Air University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Human Systems
  • Space
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Budgets
  • Complex Systems
  • Contractors
  • Cost Overruns
  • Department Of Defense
  • Economic Analysis
  • Governments
  • Logistics
  • Military Acquisition
  • Operations Research
  • Procurement
  • Space Systems
  • Standards
  • United States

Readers

  • Government Contracting/Procurement.
  • Systems Analysis and Design