1986 DoD Reorganization Act and Its Effect on U.S. Army Officer Development Policies

摘要

The Goldwater-Nichols Department of Defense Reorganization Act of 1986 has fundamentally changed the procedures by which officers are selected, trained, and managed for joint duty assignments. This study examines key personnel provisions of the Goldwater-Nichols Act and seeks to determine its impact on Army officer management. Specifically, it looks at whether the Army can meet its quantitative and qualitative requirements - and what will be the effect on officer development policies. The study also examines some implications of competing joint versus Army requirements. Finally, a presentation of possible officer perceptions is presented. From this analysis, conclusions are drawn concerning the overall effect of Goldwater-Nichols with supporting recommendations.