Weapon system cost reductions, particularly those in legacy system sustainment, will only result from improved efficiencies in the sourcing process. Squeezing costs without addressing data inaccuracies and failing to resolve costly supplier performance issues will only strain the existing system. Radha Plumb’s approach on sourcing should mean increased competition and better sourcing fits. Getting the right work to the right suppliers needs to be the priority.
Biden pick for Pentagon acquisitions role vows to cut weapons system costs (c4isrnet.com)