Measurement of USMC Logistics Processes: Creating a Baseline to Support Precision Logistics Implementation

摘要

Marine Corps leaders recognize the need to improve support to expeditionary forces. To help explore options for improving logistics, the Marine Corps asked RAND to undertake a two-pronged research effort. One perspective explores options for improving the Marine Corps' logistics through a 'top-down' analysis of the totality of logistics processes. The second, bottom- up, perspective evaluates options for improving Marine logistics by helping with the development, measurement, and assessment of specific initiatives. Bottom-up analyses are (1) measuring order and ship and repair cycle times and (2) examining outsourcing options. By analyzing improvement options from two perspectives, the research aims to achieve both a broad and integrated overview and detailed evaluations of selected initiatives undertaken in the field.