A group of Defense Department Lean Six Sigma experts have begun searching for lessons learned from the Pentagon's experiences with rapid-acquisition projects in an effort to improve the military's regular acquisition processes, according to a recent DOD memo. William Beasley, the acting director of the Joint Rapid Acquisition Cell announced the creation of a "Lean Six Sigma Rapid Acquisition Process Analysis Cross-functional Team" in a July 31 memo to acquisition officials involved in the rapid fielding of warfighting gear. Team...
