Date of Award

9-1991

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

First Advisor

Larry W. Emmelhainz, PhD

Abstract

The objective of this research was to design and validate a methodology that would enhance the productivity of the buyers who perform the vendor selection function at the Defense Electronic Supply Center. The approach utilized computer automation and software developed specifically for this application. A prototype was developed and tested. Comprised of three phases and eighteen buyers, the testing evaluated the prototype in four areas: (1) accuracy of the presented information, (2) thoroughness of the presented information, (3) ability of the user to use the presented information, and, (4) usability by inexperienced personnel. Examination of the data generated by the test phase confirms the approach used to enhance the productivity of the buyers was valid. As a result of findings from this research, the recommendations derived include the integration of this methodology into the development of future buyer assistance programs.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-GLM-LSC-91S-26

DTIC Accession Number

ADA246762

Comments

The author's Vita page is omitted.

Presented to the Faculty of the School of Systems and Logistics of the Air Force Institute of Technology, Air University, in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science

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