Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM

Browse over 1 million classes created by top students, professors, publishers, and experts.


See full index

Defense Acquisition > Acquisition Test 1 > Flashcards

Acquisition Test 1 Flashcards

1
Q

Acquisition Environment includes what key players?

A

Congress (appropriate $ to Exec & Audits PM), Executive (allocates $ to PM & provides policy/guidance to Industry), Program Mangers (issue contracts to Industry and provides reports to Exec & Congress), and Industry (provides services to PM).

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

List the Acquisition Chain of Authority.

A

DAE (Defense Acquisition Executive), CAE (Component Acquisition Executive), PEO (Program Executive Officer), and PM (Program Manager)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Who is the DAE?

A

The Defense Acq Exec is the Honorable Frank Kindall, Under Secretary of Defense for Acq, Tech, & L (USD AT&L).

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Who is the CAE for the Navy?

A

The Component Acq Exec is Sean Stackley (Asst Sec of the Navy).

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

What are the organizational structure options?

A

Functional Structure, “Pure” Product Structure, & Matrix Structure.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

Describe the Functional org structure and any disadvantages.

A

The Functional Structure has the PM, Staff, and 4 main departments (Eng, Business, Production, & Logistics). The main disadvantage: it’s not integrated.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

What is a project?

A

A temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

How are projects different from programs and routine operations?

A

Projects are focused on attaining specific objectives, then terminate. Routine Ops are ongoing. Programs may have groups of projects.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

What is project management?

A

The application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

What are some characteristics of a project?

A

Temporary, unique, life cycle stages, well defined end results.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

What are the “triple constraints” of a project that must be balanced?

A

Cost, Schedule, and Performance.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

What are the challenges in managing the triple constraints?

A

The PM must balance all 3 constraints and conduct tradeoffs throughout the project to achieve an optimal solution. Must be some flexibility in applying the tradeoffs.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

What is the purpose of the project lifecycle?

A

Control progression of the project using a risk management approach. The risks are higher on the left side of the life cycle, so the government and industry share in the risks and costs. Risk lessens as the project progresses to the right (production phase).

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

Who are the 3 major players in the acquisition environment and what are their objectvies?

A
  1. Congress: establishes regulations and provides appropriations to the Executive branch.
  2. Executive: provides policy & regulation guidance to PM and industry. Allocates funding to PMs.
  3. Policy “Influencers” such as Industry: make profits, provides services to PMs, lobbies Congress. PMs: contract with Industry to successfully accomplish project.
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What are some acquisition policies promulgated by Legislative/Executive branches?

A
  1. Federal Acquisition Streamline Act of 1994: changed simplified acq. threshold from $25K to $100K and micro purchase threshold $3K.
  2. Federal Acq. Reform Act of 1996: modeled practices after industry.
  3. Services Acq. Reform Act of 2003: streamlined service acq. under $25K.
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

What is the acq. chain of authority from highest to lowest?

A

DAE, USD AT&L,
CAE, Asst. SEC of cognizant branch.
PEO, Flag or SES equiv
PM, O-6 or civilian equiv

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

Describe the Matrix organizational structure and its advantages/disadvantages.

A

The matrix org structure utilizes a multidisciplinary/crossfunctional team approach. Advantages: specialization, less duplication of work, saves money. Disadvantages: 2 bosses, limited contact with professional peers, staff “are hired help,” too many meetings.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

What is IPPD?

A

Intergrated Product & Process Development is a management technique that simultaneously integrates all essential acq. activities through use of mult-disciplinary teams to optimize the design, manufacturing & support process.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

What is the “enabler” for IPPD?

A

Systems Engineering Process, which makes IPPD work.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

What are 3 key tenets of IPPD?

A
  1. Customer focus
  2. Early & continuous life cycle planning
  3. Multi-disciplinary teamwork
  4. Proactive risk management
  5. Empowerment
  6. Equal emphasis on product & process development
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

What is IPT and what is required to ensure success?

A

Integrated Product Team. Must have training.
Also:
-Members must understand purpose & goals.
-Cohesive
-Leverage individual strengths & abiltiies
-Share leadership responsibilities
-Open & effective communication

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

How does DoD define Acquisition?

A

The conceptualization, initiation, design, development, test, production, deployment, logistic support, modification, & disposal of systems ISO DoD needs.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

What is the mission of DoD Acquisition?

A

To provide required material & services ISO combat, training readiness, operations & support of troops.

24
Q

What is DAWIA and its purpose?

A

Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act: to improve quality & professionalism of the workforce, establish uniform policies & procedures for effective management.

25
Q

What are some current acquisition initiatives?

A
  1. Leverage real competition
  2. Use proper contract type
  3. Involve dynamic small business
26
Q

Dsicrible the differences between bottom-up and top-down capabilities determination systems.

A

Bottom-up: each branch of service develops their own requirements and feeds up the chain, which leads to duplication of effort, non-integrated systems, & NOT joint focused.

Top-down: current practice, which focuses on interoperablity and is joint focused.

27
Q

What is JCIDS and explain the process?

A

Joint Capabilities Integration & Development System.

  • Strategic Guidanc
  • Concept of Operations
  • Capabilities Based Assessment
  • Initial Capabilities Document
  • Non-material Requirement
  • Material Requirement
28
Q

Explain the CBA process.

A

The Cap Based Assessment process: Cap needed to successfully meet mission requirements are reviewed. Identifies shortfalls/gaps and recommends material or non-material solutions.

29
Q

What is the role of the Sponsor in the JCIDS process?

A

The DoD component responsible for all common documentation, periodic reporting, and funding actions required to support the cap development and acq process for a specific capability proposal.

30
Q

What are the 3 primary JCIDS documents and purpose of each?

A
  1. Initial Cap Doc (ICD): summaries the CBA and justifies the material or non-material requirement.
  2. Cap Development Doc (CDD): Captures info necessary to develop a propsed program, outlines an affordable increment if necessary.
  3. Cap Production Doc (CPD): identifies production attributes for a single increment of a program.
31
Q

What is KPP and 3 questions that must be addressed?

A

Key Performance Parameters.

  • Is it essential
  • Does it significantly contribute
  • achievable & affordable
  • measurable & testable
  • supported by analysis
32
Q

What are the 5 Joint Potential Designators (JPD) and how are they determined?

A
  1. JROC interest: ACAT I & ACT II
  2. JCB interest: ACT II and below w/joint impacts
  3. Joint integration: ACAT II and below programs w/o significant joint impact
  4. Joint information: ACAT II and below programs with interest or potential impact across Services
  5. Independent: ACAT II and below that are not joint, require no add’l oversight or certifications.
33
Q

What is JROC, who is the Chair, and name 4 other members?

A 
Joint Requirements Oversight Council, Chaired by the VCJCS, identifies & assesses the priority of joint requirements to meet the National Military Strategy (NMS). 
Other members:
-Vice Chief of the Army
-VC of the AF
-Vice Chief of Naval Operation
-Asst Commandant of the MC
34
Q

What is CAIV and its purpose?

A

Cost As an Independent Variable. Purpose is to get the most “bang for the buck.”

35
Q

What are the 6 ACAT designators and who is the MDA?

A
  1. ACT 1D: DAE USD AT&L
  2. ACT 1C: CAE
  3. ACT II, CAE or as designated
  4. ACT III, CAE or as desginated
  5. ACT IAM, DAE USD AT&L
  6. ACT IAC, CAE
36
Q

What is DAB, who chairs and vice chairs, name 3 other members?

A

The Defense Acq Board is the DoD’s senior level forum for advising the USD AT&L on critical decisions on ACT ID programs. Chairman is the UDS AT&L, vice chair is VCJCS, other members include USD comptroller, USD Policy, USD Peronnel & Readiness, Dirctor, OT&E, Service Secretaries.

37
Q

What is the purpose of the Defense Acq System?

A

Manage the nation’s investment in technology, programs, and product support necessary to achieve the NSS.

38
Q

What is the Defense Acq System’s objective?

A

To acquire quality products that satisfy user needs with measurable improvements to mission capability and operational support, in a timely manner, and at fair & reasonable prices.

39
Q

What are the 5 phases of the Defense Acq System?

A
  1. MSA, Material Solution Analysis
  2. Technology & Development
  3. EMD, Engineering & Manufacturing Development
  4. Product Deployment
  5. Operations and Support
40
Q

What is the purpose and 2 activities in the MSA phase?

A

MSA assesses potential material solutions. Activities include Analysis of Alternatives (AoA), develop Tech Development Strategy, and draft CDD.

41
Q

What is the purpose and 2 activities of Technology Development?

A

Purpose is to reduce technology risk, determine mature appropriate set of technologies to be integrated, and demonstrate Critical Tech Elements on prototypes. Activities include: competitive prototyping, develop RAM strategy, and conduct preliminary design review.

42
Q

What is the purpose and 2 activities of the EMD phase?

A

Develop a system or increment of capability, develop an affordable manufacturing process, minimize logistic footprint. Activities include: complete detailed design, establish product baseline, define system functionality & interfaces.

43
Q

What is the purpose and 2 activities of Production & Deployment phase?

A

Achieve an operational capability that satisfies mission needs. Activities include: IOT&E, LFT&E, full rate production fielding

44
Q

What is the purpose and 2 activities of the Operations & Support phase?

A

Execute a support program that meets material readiness & op support performance requirements, sustain the system in the most cost effective manner possible over its life cycle. Activities include: Performance-based Life-cycle Product Support (PBL) and initiate system modifications as necessary.

45
Q

What are the 3 milestone of the Defense Acq System and 2 approvals provided by the MDA?

A
  1. Milestone A. MDA approves material solution and Tech Development Strategy (TDS).
  2. Milestone B. MDA approves program initiation, LRIP quantities, acquisition strategy, and contract type.
  3. Milestone C. MDA approves entry into LRIP, production or procurement, acquisition program baseline.
46
Q

Identify the 3 decision points in the Defense Acq System & purpose of each.

A
  1. MDD, Material Development Decision. Approves AoA guidance, determines acq phase of entry, designates lead DoD component.
  2. CDD, Post Critical Design Review (CDR) Assessment. Mid-phase assessment of design maturity, plan corrective actions for deficiencies, estimate system reliability.
  3. Full Rate Production (FRP) Decision Review. Approves entry into full rate production, deploy system, start support.
47
Q

How and where does the JCIDS process integrate with the 5000 model?

A

JCIDS occurs prior to the start of the 5000 model. The ICD is drafted in JCIDS and approved at the start of the 5000 MSA phase.

48
Q

What is the purpose of the AoA?

A

Analysis of Alternatives evaluates operational effectiveness & suitability, estimated costs of alternative systems that may meet mission requirements.

49
Q

What is the purpose of LRIP?

A

Low Rate Initial Production produces minimum quantitites necessary for IOT&E, establish initial production baseline, and permit orderly ramp up to FRP.

50
Q

What are the 3 Acq Management Document Categorie & examples of each?

A
  1. Acq Policy Documents: Laws (FAR, SARA, FASA), directives (5000.1).
  2. Acq Management Documents: ICD, CDD, CPD
  3. Acq Reporting Documents: used by Congress and Exec branch to maintain visibility over high cost programs. Ex: DAES, SAR
51
Q

Name 5 major themes of the 2003 revision of DoD 5000 series.

A
  1. Flexibiltiy - Tailoring
  2. Responsiveness - Evolutionary
  3. Innovation - Business Practices
  4. Dicipline - Goals
  5. Streamlined - Decentralization & Empowerment
52
Q

What are some characteristics of an Acq Strategy?

A

A roadmap for PM, evolves through Defense Acq System lifecycle, tailored for each program.

53
Q

What 3 program parameters are documented in the Acq Program Baseline?

A

Key Cost, Schedule, and Performance thresholds.

54
Q

When is the APB updated and briefed?

A

The Acq Program Baseline is updated and briefed at each milestone.

55
Q

What is STA & purpose?

A

The System Threat Assessment describes the threat to be countered. It’s a program started due to a national threat capability of another country.

56
Q

What is DAES?

A

Defense Acquisition Executive Summary Report. Includes comments from the PM, PEO, & CAE to the USD AT&L to highlight potential & actual problems with ACT ID (or as directed) programs. DoD internal.

57
Q

What is SAR?

A

Selected Acquisiton Report provides comprehensive summary reporting of ACT ID and IC program within DoD and to Congress. Submitted annually for all ACT 1 programs and quarterly if program exceeds 15% cost increase.

Defense Acquisition (4 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2024 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions