Focusing on Professionalism

Abstract

A priority objective for the Department of Defense (DoD) is to shape a high-quality, high-performing, and agile Defense Acquisition Workforce to deliver technologically superior warfighting systems to our men and women in uniform in support of America s national security. Over the past year, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Frank Kendall has focused on this challenge and has implemented several initiatives to improve and professionalize our workforce. In some cases, we already have started implementing initiatives. However, in other cases, challenges and impact studies require a more measured approach. This article will address the successes and challenges of three initiatives that are targeted to improve the qualifications and prestige of the Acquisition Workforce by establishing: (1) higher standards for Key Leadership Positions (KLPs); (2) more relevant and professional qualification requirements for all acquisition specialties; and (3) increased recognition of excellence in acquisition.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2013
Accession Number
ADA608874

Entities

People

  • Jill Demella
  • Rene Thomas-rizzo

Organizations

  • Defense Acquisition University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Communities
  • Department Of Defense
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • General Officers
  • Information Operations
  • Leadership
  • Military Acquisition
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Program Management
  • Qualifications
  • Recognition
  • Standards
  • Systems Engineering
  • Training

Readers

  • Defense Acquisition Program Management
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.