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CHAPTER XI: KEY TOPICS<br />
PART O: MASTER PROGRAM PLAN (MAPP)<br />
Purpose: This key topic provides updated information on the Master Acquisition Program Plan (MAPP) and<br />
identifies the source of free software and related information.<br />
Background: The MAPP is designed to reduce acquisition costs, improve the quality of program data, and increase<br />
the efficiency of program management. The MAPP initiative, sponsored by the Chief of Naval Operations (N4), is<br />
consistent with DoDDIR 5000.1. The MAPP was developed jointly by the Naval Aviation Systems TEAM, the<br />
Naval Sea Systems Command, and the Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command. MAPP is a<br />
government/industry performance specification; it is a database for electronically repositioning acquisition<br />
program planning data. MAPP is being used by program offices throughout the life cycle to define, direct,<br />
document, and monitor program decisions. Now a software program is available to assist users in implementing<br />
the MAPP on their acquisition programs.<br />
Discussion: MAPP's principal purpose is to aid in program management through the use of a single relational<br />
database which provides current program information, as well as the capability to produce plans, reports, and other<br />
documents. MAPP provides substantial cost savings and cycle time reduction through the elimination of<br />
documentation requirements which do not support the acquisition process and the consolidation/standardization of<br />
others.<br />
Status: During development of the MAPP, a team, with representation from each hardware SYSCOM and selected<br />
contractors, coordinated an examination of the acquisition planning process. Documents were identified which can<br />
be eliminated from the life cycle planning of an acquisition program by consolidating their planning elements into<br />
the MAPP. The next step was development of an optional software program to assist users of the MAPP. the<br />
MAPP is organized into two parts: part I for general program planning information and part II for specific subject<br />
matter annexes. Authority to apply MAPP in acquisition program planning is consistent with the aims of<br />
acquisition reform and the guidance in the new DoD 5000 series documents. the Chief of Naval Operations (N4)<br />
and the NAVAIR Acquisition Operations Council have encouraged use of the MAPP. Logistics and other<br />
assessment teams should accept documentation using MAPP principles as satisfying their documentation needs.<br />
Availability: The MAPP software, release 1.1, and related information are available from the MAPP home page at<br />
the Navy's acquisition reform web site from which the software can be downloaded. Once downloaded from the<br />
MAPP home page, the software can then be installed on the user's PC. Instructions for downloading and<br />
installation are also contained at the web site. The web site address is: http://www.acqref.navy.mil/mapphome.html.<br />
MAPP release 2.0 to produce all milestone documentation will be a client-server<br />
application; it is planned for July 1997.<br />
Summary of MAPP Release 1.1 Features:<br />
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An automated tool which streamlines the acquisition planning process<br />
In use NOW in all Systems Commands<br />
Data entered ONCE--used many times<br />
Produces consistent acquisition documentation<br />
Saves time, money, and staff resources<br />
Microsoft Windows application provides easy interface with other Microsoft Windows products<br />
Modular architecture eases update; data are automatically converted for use with successive MAPP versions<br />
Runtime system (Microsoft Access not required on user's PC)<br />
Provides MAPP development guidance<br />
Is tailorable to program requirements<br />
POC: Don Luke, AIR-3.6.1.1, (301) 757-8784<br />
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