Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Spring 2002
Abstract
Selecting and managing development project portfolios is a critical function within the Air Force’s weapon systems development process. Decision makers must weigh benefits, costs, and mission needs for a variety of proposed new initiatives and current weapon systems programs in order to develop an effective portfolio that provides the best value to the User. This research examines current Air Force development portfolio management practices as perceived by those involved with the decision making process. Research findings indicate several gaps between Air Force practices and those commercial best practices as found in the literature. A general approach for bridging the differences is offered as recommendations.
Source Publication
Defense Acquisition Research Journal
Recommended Citation
Greiner, M.A., Dooley, K.J., Shunk, D.L., McNutt, R.T (2002). An Assessment of Air Force Development Portfolio Management Practices. Defense Acquisition Research Journal: A Publication of Defense Acquisition University. 29 (1). 117-142.
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Finance and Financial Management Commons, Government Contracts Commons, Portfolio and Security Analysis Commons, Risk Analysis Commons
Comments
The Defense Acquisition Research Journal (Defense ARJ, or ARJ) is a scholarly peer-reviewed journal published by Defense Acquisition University (DAU). The archive of Defense ARJ is available here.