Safety Should Always Be First.
Dating back to the mid-20th century, President Dwight Eisenhower predicted an unholy alliance between defense contractors, politicians and military brass. Today his vision has become reality, as fat contracts have taken precedence over the actual needs of our troops.
Profits Taking Priority Over Function and Safety?
The problems of a poorly-equipped military date back to the Civil War. Over the subsequent years, the level of dysfunction in the procurement process has grown to the point where 50 of the Pentagon’s 63 largest programs are over budget by a staggering $296 billion.
A military contractor equipment supplier faces little competition and even less outside scrutiny. As a result, contractors will often line their pockets by offering plenty of bells and whistles with no substance.
The stakes are even higher for military supplies and equipment than for most other products. If a refrigerator or computer malfunctions, it’s an inconvenience. With military items, problems can result in injuries or even deaths.
Reforming the Military Procurement Process
• Solicit input from the troops. The men and women who will actually be using the supplies and equipment are the true experts.
• Restore competition among contractors. Open up the process to companies outside the so-called Iron Triangle.
• Designate a centralized office or agency to provide the strong oversight that’s sorely lacking right now.
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