The use of form, fit, and function in the acquisition of major weapon systems.

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Deets, Douglas M.
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1985Advisor
Lamm, David V.
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Smith, Raymond W.
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This research effort was undertaken to analyze the use
of Form, Fit, and Function as a second sourcing methodology
for major weapon systems. The major objectives of the research
were to determine what the main attributes of Form, Fit,
and Function were and how it could best be successfully employed.
The researcher found that Form, Fit, and Function would
most likely not be used for the reprocurement of entire
weapon systems. The real potential of this methodology was
in the procurement of components and subsystems. In this
regard, it can be used successfully for simple or technically
complex items, initial or follow-on buys, and as a means of
retrofitting existing equipments. Since there is no need
to transfer technical data between sources as in the other
second sourcing methodologies, Form, Fit, and Function can also be used when the transfer of technology is impossible,
impractical or inappropriate.
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