Streamlined automated logistics transmission system program management and commercial satellite systems analyses
By: by Ellen E. Roberts
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School; Available from National Technical Information Service
Published: 1999
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif; Springfield, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 85
Description: Today's fleet logistics operators maintain responsibility for Naval Force sustainment. Without vital data and useful information systems, substantive logistics improvements are difficult to realize. Exploitation of current satellite technology provides unique opportunities for improvements in data-transfer capacity to fleet units. As private industry takes the lead in technological development, the military must closely monitor commercial space- based communications systems. This research analyzed five commercial satellite systems that possess various capabilities, and provides an overview to distinguish their operational characteristics. Information systems must also be developed using an appropriate program management structure, which offers guidance and support. Conclusions are presented for SALTS program management and recommendations are made for several satellite systems that may meet the Navy's requirements.
Notes: "June 1999".

Thesis advisor(s): John Osmundson, Douglas Brinkley.

Thesis (M.S. in Systems Technology (Command, Control, and Communications) Naval Postgraduate School, June 1999.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 83-84).

Approved for public release; distribution unlimited.

Also available online.

Mode of access: World Wide Web.

System requirements: Adobe Acrobat reader.

US Navy (USN) author.

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