JFCOM Deputy Pleased So Far With New Role in Acquisition Process

By Kate Brannen / December 17, 2008 at 5:00 AM
Joint Forces Command, in its role as a capabilities portfolio manager, is trying to exert influence over the Pentagon's budget process by keeping the needs of combatant commanders front and center, according to the deputy commander. "We at JFCOM have limited acquisition authority, but we do have the ability to influence through our positions at joint capabilities board, as portfolio managers," said Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward at a meeting with reporters yesterday. "We can influence that process and make...

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