Portfolio-Analysis Methods for Assessing Capability Options
| Author | : Paul K. Davis |
| Publisher | : Rand Corporation |
| Total Pages | : 203 |
| Release | : 2008-02-19 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780833045898 |
| ISBN-13 | : 083304589X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (89X Downloads) |
Download or read book Portfolio-Analysis Methods for Assessing Capability Options written by Paul K. Davis and published by Rand Corporation. This book was released on 2008-02-19 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An analytical framework and methodology for capability-area reviews is described, along with new tools to support capabilities analysis and strategic-level defense planning in the Defense Department and the Services. BCOT generates and screens preliminary options, and the Portfolio-Analysis Tool (PAT) is used to evaluate options that pass screening. The concepts are illustrated with applications to Global Strike and Ballistic Missile Defense. Recommendations are made for further defense-planning research.