Encl. (1) to COMDTINST 4100.7
Engineering Logistics CONOP
IV. Logistics System Functional Roles
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Role definitions are needed to describe how the system will work to support the units performing
the operational missions. The following are considered the most significant roles for the future
system. They are not intended to be all-inclusive. As with the characteristics, the roles are defined
functionally. The roles might be filled by either individuals or organizations, or both. They are not
intended to be constrained to current organizations. Any of these functional roles could be
implemented in several ways.
A.
Functional Roles
1.
Facility Manager
Translates operating program needs into system requirements Describes the platform,
system, and equipment requirements for the operating programs Coordinates with the
Logistics Advocate and the operating programs to ensure that the platform, system, and
equipment requirements are met.
Obtains and provides resources to the Logistics Advocate to support platform, system,
or equipment to meet mission requirements.
Continually evaluates the operational effectiveness of the platform, system, or
equipment to meet mission requirements.
Serves as a member of the configuration control board during the acquisition phase.
Chairs the configuration control board through sustainment, and disposal phases of the
platform, system, or equipment.
Serves as a member of the Integrated Logistics Support Management Team (ILSMT)
during all phases of the life cycle.
2.
Logistics Advocate
Manages the logistics system to satisfy platform requirements.
Sets strategic direction, goals, objectives; establishes doctrine, policy, and procedures
for integrated logistics.
Coordinates with customers at all levels to ensure the logistics system supports
operational missions.
Obtains resources and makes macro-level distribution of resources to perform logistics
functions
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