GLOBAL PREPOSITIONING NETWORK (GPN) SUPPORTABILITY ANALYSIS IN THE PHILIPPINES
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Authors
Untalan, Gavin M.
Keener, Zachary E.
Sandridge, David A.
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prepositioning
Philippines
contracting
Force Design
logistics
sustainment
Global Prepositioning Network
GPN
Philippines
contracting
Force Design
logistics
sustainment
Global Prepositioning Network
GPN
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Yoder, E. Cory
Ferrer, Geraldo
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2023-12
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Monterey, CA; Naval Postgraduate School
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In this study, we assess the key characteristics of Marine Corps programs related to prepositioning, which include equipment storage and exercise support, and compare them to the current concept requirements for the development of a Global Prepositioning Network (GPN) site. We analyze the qualitative components of current and former prepositioning programs utilizing a two-part methodology approach through the framework analysis method and synthesizing data into a weighted index table. Through qualitative analysis, we analyzed the strengths and limitations of policies, contracting methods, and strategic capabilities of five different programs. The culminating actions resulted in the development of a framework to analyze the current supportability of GPN sites within a given region or country of interest and provide courses of action for its implementation. A proof of concept for the framework was implemented in the suitability analysis of a GPN site ashore in the Philippines. Finally, we provide findings and recommendations for future development of GPN.
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This publication is a work of the U.S. Government as defined in Title 17, United States Code, Section 101. Copyright protection is not available for this work in the United States.