Conquering Complexity

Lessons for Defence Systems Acquisition

• Author(s): Ken Hambleton, University College, London. Defence Engineering Group,
• Publisher: The Stationery Office
• Pages: 319
• ISBN_10: 0117730343
  ISBN_13: 9780117730342
  
• Language: en
• Categories: History / Military / General , Political Science / Public Policy / Military Policy , Technology & Engineering / Military Science ,

Description:... The complex task of defence equipment acquisition has probably never been more challenging, given developments in defence technologies and the increasing pressures to minimise expenditure and improve best value for money. This publication considers how to address these challenges by applying the philosophy and techniques of defence systems engineering. Topics covered include: an overview of the UK defence environment; aspects of acquisition including Smart Acquisition, research and technology, public-private partnerships and the private finance initiative; operational and financial analysis; supplier issues; test processes and evaluation; effective management procedures; and future developments in defence systems acquisition and engineering in the 21st century.