Issued by government agencies to report, or redistribute, problems with products or processes. Unlike Alerts, Safe-Alerts, and Problem Advisories, Agency Action Notices do not include the manufacturers' corrective actions or problem solutions, but they do document the occurrence of a problem . They may be issued for limited government only distribution . A PCN notifies of changes to parts, components, or materials that affect form, fit, function or performance. The item manufacturer issues PCNs.
Participants having knowledge of the problem respond directly to the person making the request.
It is also intended to be a ready resource in addition to simply providing training. This analysis will likely require a database part matching tool or service due to the high volume of diminishing parts. The manual is shown as a best management practice in the DoD DeskBook . Technology security policies and programs of the Defense of Defense must be followed at all times. See Defense Threat Reduction Agency website for current requirements and further information.