Encl. 6: Life-Cycle Sustainment Planning (Cont’d) • Logistics Assessments conducted as a focused part of Program Support Reviews • Component-conducted Independent Logistics Assessments for ACAT I and II programs prior to key decision points and milestone decisions to assess sustainment strategy • Must specifically assess O&S costs to identify and address factors resulting in cost growth – and adapt strategies to reduce such costs • Post-IOC assessments required every 5 years 46
Enclosure 7: Human Systems Integrations (HSI) • Human Systems Integrations (HSI) is a robust process by which to design and develop systems that effectively and affordably integrate human capabilities and limitations. HSI should be included as an integral part of a total system approach to weapon systems development and acquisition. • The PM will plan for an implement HSI at each milestone in the life-cycle • HSI planning will address: • Human Factors Engineering - to ensure effective human-machine interfaces • Personnel - manage “special” skill requirements • Habitability - conditions that impact performance, morale, retention • Manpower – determine the most efficient/cost-effective mix of support manpower • Training – develop options for individual, collective, and joint training • Safety & Occupational Health – integrate HIS and environmental, safety, and occupational health efforts • Force Protection and Survivability – assess and address risks to personnel 47
