Are the Performance Based Logistics Prophets Using Science or Alchemy to Create Life-Cycle Affordability? Using Theory to Predict the Efficacy of Performance Based Logistics

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Abstract:

Numerous studies have provided evidence that performance-based logistics PBL can control cost and improve performance. The success -- and failure -- of PBL strategies suggest the need to position the PBL research domain into a fabric of theory. Just as engineering theories predict the reliability of a new armored vehicle, economic and business theories provide a framework that explains the efficacy of PBL. This article describes the underlying theoretical fabric of PBL. Armed with a framework grounded in theory, senior leaders can make science-based decisions to explain, predict, refine, and advocate for affordability-enhancing, life-cycle governance structures by leveraging the critical success factors of PBL.

Author(s):
Randall, Wesley S.
Author Organization(s):
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS DENTON
Descriptive Note:
Journal article
Supplementary Note:
Published in the Defense Acquisition Research Journal, v20 n3 p325-348, October 2013.
Pagination:
0025

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Contract/Grant Number(s):
N00244-10-1-0059
Monitor Series:
DAU/FB
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_4.5_Operational Contract Support; JCA_4.5.1_Contract Support Integration; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_JCA_4.1.2_Sustain the Force; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_4.2_Supply; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_4.2.2_Inventory Management; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_5.6.1_Assess Compliance with Guidance; JCA_5.6_Monitor
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
*CONTRACTED SERVICES, *COST EFFECTIVENESS, *LIFE CYCLE COSTS, *LOGISTICS SUPPORT, *MILITARY PROCUREMENT, *PREDICTIONS, *THEORY, DECISION MAKING, DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, MAINTENANCE, PERFORMANCE(HUMAN), REPRINTS, SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management, Economics and Cost Analysis, Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*PERFORMANCE BASED LOGISTICS, *ECONOMIC THEORY, *BUSINESS THEORY, GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE, POSTPRODUCTION SUPPORT, THEORY OF THE FIRM, TRANSACTION COST ECONOMICS, INTEGRATED SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT, LONG TERM CONTRACTS, LIFE CYCLE AFFORDABILITY, MAKE OR BUY DECISIONS, REPAIR OR REDESIGN DECISIONS, CORE COMPETENCIES
Report Date:
2013 Oct 01
Creation Date:
2014 Jan 27