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results produced by the M&S are stable, consistent and repeatable, and the correlation between
the M&S behavior and real world behavior is clearly understood.
M&S, CM shall be applied throughout the life-cycle of all M&S. The degree of CM shall be
tailored to the complexity, size, quantity, intended use, and life-cycle phase. Reference (e)
contains other CM requirements for M&S executing within the C4&IT infrastructure.
g. Data Management. Common data facilitates interoperability of M&S and allows for results
sharing (i.e., consistent metrics). A common M&S data dictionary, data structure, and data
repository shall be established and maintained in a centralized location. The goal of this data
management activity is to produce a common set of verified, validated, and certified (VV&C)
data with high data quality at a minimal production and maintenance cost.
h. M&S Release. A separate policy statement shall be created that sets parameters for the release of
Coast Guard M&S and/or M&S data to other government and private entities. This policy
statement shall consider security issues, ownership issues, and financial responsibilities.
i. Representations of non-Coast Guard Systems or Functions. When included in Coast Guard
M&S, the representations of systems or functions of other military services, governments, or
private agencies shall be coordinated with each respective service or agency involved, to the
extent practicable.
j. Reuse. At a minimum, all M&S shall be documented at a level of detail that allows them to be
adapted and reused for the same purposes for which they were created. Existing models,
simulations, and data sets in the USCG and DoD M&S and Data Repositories shall be explored
for reuse or modification before creating a new M&S tool and/or developing new data sets.
Primary considerations will be suitability for purpose, currency and relevance of data/data
format.
k. Workforce Capabilities. The development and management of M&S requires a significant and
varied set of competencies and technical skills. The M&S workforce capabilities shall be
effectively managed and the workforce suitably trained to ensure the successful implementation
and sustainment of Coast Guard M&S.
l. Alignment and Integration of Requirements and Investments. The Coast Guard will create a
strategic direction for Coast Guard M&S, which facilitates the alignment and integration of M&S
requirements and capabilities, and promotes the visibility of M&S activities throughout the Coast
Guard. This strategic direction and ass ociated policy will be in the Coast Guard Master Plan for
M&S. A central goal of this plan is to e stablish mechanisms to determine the M&S budget and
program priorities and to integrate them into the Coast Guard budget process . The M&S Master
Plan shall consider the C4&IT investment requirements in reference (f) for M&S executing
within the C4&IT infrastructure.
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