Bad Idea: Looking for Easy Solutions for PPBE Reform
The defense community needs to manage expectations on PPBE reform and the degree to which it can improve commercial technology adoption, writes Jonathan Wong.
Jonathan P. Wong
is the associate director of the Strategy, Doctrine and Resources Program in the Army Research Division at the nonprofit, nonpartisan RAND Corporation.
Bad Idea: Overly Focusing on Speed in Development and Acquisition
The Department of Defense is prioritizing speed in its acquisitions and development strategy. However, fixating on speed could lead to issues with program management, sustainment, and other areas.