How Should the Army Use Contractors on the Battlefield?: Assessing Comparative Risk In Sourcing Decisions

Camm, Frank A./ Greenfield, Victoria A.

ISBN 10: 0833037366 / ISBN 13: 9780833037367

Published by Rand Corp, 2005

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new title edition. 246 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.75 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: How Should the Army Use Contractors on the Battlefield?: Assessing Comparative Risk In Sourcing Decisions
• Publisher: Rand Corp
• Publication Date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0833037366
• ISBN 13: 9780833037367
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.44 kilograms

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Synopsis

This report shows how planners can create courses of action and assess the risks associated with them to improve how the Army uses contractors on the battlefield. It shows how to assess risks relevant to mission success, contractor safety, cost, and such other factors as administrative law and force management. It addresses risk assessment relevant to decisions that affect Army use of contractors, whether they are made inside or outside the Army.

From the Inside Flap

What is the best and most cost-effective way for the Army to use contractors on the battlefield?