Spiral development

Abstract

In the view of many, the Acquisition process for the Department of Defense is ripe for repair. Some of the signs illustrating this can be found in cost overruns, late deliveries, and unfulfilled expectations. These necessary adjustments could be due to reasons such as misunderstanding the ultimate need of warfighters and/or ever-changing budgets. Re-evaluation is especially needed in the acquisition of weapon systems and shipbuilding. A research study conducted by the researcher regarding the Phalanx Weapon System (CIWS) is the origin of this abstract.