1406: Intro to Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS)

Question 1

What does JCIDS stand for?

Answer 1

Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System

Question 2

When does the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process take place?

Answer 2

Prior to the Defense Acquisition Management process (life cycle)

Question 3

What is an example of a “materiel solution” regarding the JCIDS process?

Answer 3

A major modification to existing tanks to enable them to withstand attack by a high-energy anti-tank projectile

Question 4

What is is an example of a JCIDS “non-materiel” solution?

Answer 4

A change to a training manual that incorporates new procedures for more effectively operating a weapon system

Question 5

What three steps does the JCIDS methodology include?

Answer 5

(1) Conducting a Capabilities Based Assessment, (2) Documentation of Capability Needs, and (3) Review, Validation, & Approval

Question 6

What process uses top-level strategic guidance as a basis for identifying shortfalls in joint warfighting capabilities?

Answer 6

The Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System (JCIDS) process

Question 7

What document identifies operational performance attributes necessary to design proposed systems, and is prepared for the Milestone B decision review for use during the Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) phase of the life cycle?

Answer 7

The Capabilities Development Document (CDD)