Happiness for the Prospective PM: An Approved LOA.

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Abstract:

The U.S. Army has implemented the use of the LOALetter of Agreement as a unique and innovative method of defining system requirements in broad terms while development proceeds in the early advanced development phases. As the system development proceeds to full-scale development, a ROCRequired Operational Capability is prepared to finalize needrequirements. This report traces the historical evolution of the LOA, defines the requirements of the LOA, traces the processing procedures and reports on its acceptance by the combat and materiel developer. Author

Author(s):
Grizio, Myron Edward
Author Organization(s):
DEFENSE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT SCHOOL FORT BELVOIR VA
Descriptive Note:
Study project rept.,
Pagination:
0038

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.6_Concepts; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.3.2_Apply Situational Understanding; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means
Modernization Areas:
Cyber
Communities of Interest:
Cyber
Descriptor(s):
*MILITARY PROCUREMENT, THESES, ARMY EQUIPMENT, HISTORY, LOGISTICS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*Letter of Agreement, Program Management
Report Date:
1976 May 01