Publisher's Synopsis
The U.S. Department of Defense and the related defense industry together form the largest and most powerful government and business entity in the world, developing some of the most expensive and complex major systems ever created.
U. S. Military Program Management presents a detailed discussion, from a multi-functional view, of the ins and outs of U.S. military program management and offers recommendations for improving practices in the future. More than 15 leading experts present case studies, best practices, and lessons learned from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, from both the government and industry/contractor perspectives.
This book addresses the key competencies of effective U.S. military program management in six comprehensive sections:
Requirements management
Program leadership and teamwork
Risk and financial management
Supply chain management and logistics
Contract management and procurement
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