Optimizing Logistics Support for Ballistic Missile Defense Ships in Sixth Fleet

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Abstract:

This research analyzes the optimal and most cost-efficient stationing of critical ship parts that will directly support Ballistic Missile Defense BMD ships deployed and stationed in Europe. The goal is to inform and recommend to decision-makers where and how many critical parts should be staged to best support the operational readiness of BMD ships on European Phased Adaptive Approach EPAA missions. To effectively accomplish this task, the research analyzes eight high-demand, high-dollar value spares that are forward-staged in Sigonella, Italy. Through modeling and simulation, we determine the most effective method to optimize ship readiness in a cost constrained environment.

Author(s):
Alarcon, Julio ; Boston, Timothy
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA GRADUATE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND PUBLIC POLICY
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA612025
Pagination:
0056

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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
Report Number(s):
NPS-LM-13-124
Monitor Series:
NPS
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_4.1_Deployment and Distribution; JCA_4_Logistics; JCA_7.1.1_Prevent Kinetic Attack; JCA_7.1_Prevent; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_8.2.2_Provide Aid to Foreign Partners and Institutions; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_4.3_Maintain
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Ground and Sea Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*NAVAL VESSELS(COMBATANT), ANTIMISSILE DEFENSE SYSTEMS, LOGISTICS SUPPORT, MODELS, OPTIMIZATION, SPARE PARTS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Marine Engineering, Antimissile Defense Systems, Logistics, Military Facilities and Supplies
Keyword(s):
SIXTH FLEET, AEGIS, BMD(BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE), MODELING
Report Date:
2013 Nov 20
Creation Date:
2015 Jan 28