Accession Number:

AD1016071

Title:

Performance Based Logistics: A Readiness Strategy Tailor Made for Austere Times

Descriptive Note:

Journal Article

Corporate Author:

Defense Acquisition University Fort Belvoir United States

Personal Author(s):

• Kobren,Bill

Report Date:

2015-06-01

Pagination or Media Count:

7.0

Abstract:

In November 2012, the Department of Defense DoD identified increasing the use of performance-based logistics PBL as a key initiative in support of DoDs goal to incentivize productivity in industry and government, saying, There is sufficient data on the effectiveness of PBL at reducing cost and improving support performance to conclude that if it is effectively implemented and managed, PBL yields significant benefits. Key activities include increasing the knowledge base of PBL through standard processes, tools, and training.

Descriptors:

• department of defense
• productivity
• management planning and control
• contractors
• cost reductions
• weapon systems
• military acquisition
• investments
• life cycle management
• logistics support

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Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE