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DEFINITION
Supportability analyses are conducted as an integral part of the system engineering process, beginning at program initiation and continuing throughout the program life cycle.
GENERAL INFORMATION/NARRATIVE
These analyses provide the basis for related design requirements that may be included in the system performance specifications. The results support subsequent decisions to achieve cost-effective support throughout the system life cycle. The SA is any analysis, however simple, that results in a decision on the scope and level of logistics support. Supportability analyses are conducted for two basic objectives:
- To ensure that supportability is included as a system performance requirement.
- To ensure optimal support system design and infrastructure.
POLICIES, DIRECTIVES, REGULATIONS, LAWS
MIL-HDBK-502, MIL-PRF-49506, and AR 700-127.
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Required For: The supportability analyses to be accomplished vary from program to program and from phase to phase. The specific types of supportability analyses that should be conducted are dependent upon factors such as the acquisition phase, design maturity, and the adequacy of existing data. A comprehensive SA is required for new developmental systems and the developmental portions of system modifications. Adequate supportability data may already be available for C/NDI. The SA is performed as an iterative process for definition, synthesis, tradeoff, test and evaluation of support alternatives.
When Required: SA data is needed in a timely manner to support development of the system support package (SSP) for DT&E/OT&E, and MDRs. The SA data, Logistics Management Information (LMI), will be updated as required since it will be used throughout the life cycle of the system.
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