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Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2018-05-19
Total Pages: 28
ISBN-13: 9781719323833
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Defense Acquisitions: Key Considerations for Planning Future Army Combat Systems
Author: Paul L. Francis
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2009-09
Total Pages: 14
ISBN-13: 1437914810
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Future Combat System (FCS) program -- which comprises 14 integrated weapon systems and an advanced information network -- is the centerpiece of the Army's effort to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force. The substantial technical challenges, the cost of the program, and the Army's acquisition strategy are among the reasons why the program is recognized as needing special oversight and review. This testimony is based on a March 12, 2009 report and addresses knowledge gaps that will persist in the FCS program as Congress is asked to make significant funding commitments for development and production over the next several years. Illustrations.
Author: Paul L. Francis
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Published: 2009
Total Pages: 10
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Future Combat System (FCS) program -- which comprises 14 integrated weapon systems and an advanced information network -- is the centerpiece of the Army's effort to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force. The substantial technical challenges, the cost of the program, and the Army's acquisition strategy are among the reasons why the program is recognized as needing special oversight and review.
Author: Paul L. Francis
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2009-09
Total Pages: 59
ISBN-13: 1437916147
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Future Combat System (FCS) program is the centerpiece of the Army's effort to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force. The law requires the DoD to hold a milestone review of the FCS program, now planned for 2009. This report addresses: (1) what knowledge will likely be available in key areas for the review; and (2) the challenges that lie ahead following the review. To meet these objectives, the auditor reviewed key documents, performed analysis, attended demonstrations and design reviews, and interviewed DoD officials. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.
Author: Paul L. Francis
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2008-07
Total Pages: 43
ISBN-13: 1437902650
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Army¿s Future Combat System (FCS) requires a software-based advanced information network to meld people, sensors, and weapons into a cohesive fighting force. As software controls 95% of FCS¿s functionality, it determines the success or failure of the program. The Army contracted with the Boeing Co. as a lead systems integrator to define, develop and integrate FCS, including software development. This report addresses risks facing the development of network and software, the practices being used to manage software, and the timing of key network demonstrations. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.
Author: Paul L. Francis
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2008-07
Total Pages: 71
ISBN-13: 1437902634
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Future Combat System (FCS) program -- which comprises 14 integrated weapon systems and an advanced information network -- is the centerpiece of the Army¿s effort to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force. This report includes an examination of: (1) how the definition, development, and demonstration of FCS capabilities are proceeding, particularly in light of the go/no-go decision scheduled for 2009; (2) the Army¿s plans for making production commitments for FCS and any risks related to the completion of development; and (3) the estimated costs for developing and producing FCS. Includes recommendations. Tables and figures.
Author: Andrew Feickert
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2011-01
Total Pages: 14
ISBN-13: 143792039X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This is a print on demand edition of a hard to find publication. The Future Combat System (FCS) was a multi-year, multi-billion dollar program at the heart of the Army¿s transformation efforts. It was to be the Army¿s major R&D, and acquisition program consisting of 14 manned and unmanned systems tied together by an extensive commun. and info. network. The FCS program has been characterized as a high-risk venture due to the advanced technologies involved and the challenge of networking all of the FCS subsystems together. Contents of this report: (1) Program Origins; (2) Program Overview; Current FCS Program Status; Army¿s Modernization Strategy; Budget Issues; (3) Issues for Congress: MGV Cancellation; Army Modernization Strategy and Spin Outs; Proposed Ground Combat Vehicles. Illustrations.
Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2017-09-13
Total Pages: 66
ISBN-13: 9781976366581
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Future Combat System (FCS) is central to Army transformation efforts, comprising 14 integrated weapon systems and an advanced information network. In previous work, GAO found that the elements of a sound business case-firm requirements, mature technologies, a knowledge-based acquisition strategy, a realistic cost estimate, and sufficient funding-were not present. As a result, FCS is considered high risk and in need of special oversight and review. Congress has mandated that the Department of Defense (DOD) decide in early 2009 whether FCS should continue. GAO is required to review the program annually. In this report, GAO analyzes FCS development, including its requirements definition; status of critical technologies, software development, and complementary programs; soundness of its acquisition strategy related to design, production and spin-out of capabilities to current forces; and reasonableness of costs and sufficiency of funding.
Author: Michael J. Sullivan
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2010-06
Total Pages: 19
ISBN-13: 1437930360
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Since 2003, the Future Combat System (FCS) program has been the centerpiece of the Army's efforts to transition to a lighter, more agile, and more capable combat force. In 2009, however, concerns over the program's performance led to the Secretary of Defense's decision to significantly restructure and ultimately cancel the acquisition program. As a result, the Army is outlining a new approach to ground force modernization. This statement outlines the Army's preliminary post-FCS actions and identifies the challenges DoD and the Army must address as they proceed. The report on which it is based emphasizes the December 2009 decision to begin low-rate initial production for Increment 1 of the Brigade Combat Team Modernization. Illustrations.
Author: United States Government Accountability Office
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2018-01-23
Total Pages: 60
ISBN-13: 9781984113689
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Defense Acquisitions: Decisions Needed to Shape Army's Combat Systems for the Future
