COMDTINST 5230.66
(2) Coordinating, assimilating, and providing end user input to the appropriate phase of the
SDLC.
(3) Identifying and facilitating the resolution of issues tied to requirements, needs, and
technology capabilities.
(4) Defining, tracking, and evaluating performance measures.
(5) Developing, updating, and establishing program doctrine, policies, and associated concepts
of operations, including operational or end user training requirements.
(6) Fulfilling the planning, programming, and budgeting functions of the Sponsor's
organization.
(7) Developing acceptance criteria (including performance) for C4&IT systems.
f. Sponsor's Representative. The Sponsor's Representative is the Sponsor and Program Manager's
liaison with the CG-6 Asset Manager, the SDA, and the SSA for delivery of a system. Along
with the Asset Manager, SDA, and SSA, the Sponsor's Representative is part of a team
responsible for working together, and with customers, users, and stakeholders, to deliver
successful, supportable, and easy-to-use C4&IT systems. Responsibilities include:
(1) Coordinating concept approval for development of any new or existing system with CG-6
and the Sponsor.
(2) Articulating requirements for the Program Manager, Sponsor, users, customers, and
stakeholders.
(3) Working with CG-6 to ensure that any new or existing system aligns with the Enterprise
Architecture.
(4) Developing cost estimates in collaboration with the CG-6 Asset Manager, who shall collect
and assimilate appropriate SDA and SSA input.
(5) Communicating and resolving issues identified with system development, operation, or
support with the SDA, SSA, Sponsor, and Program Manager.
(6) Staying abreast of changes in technology as they may pertain to meeting mission
requirements, enabling the Sponsor's Representative to work closely with, and understand
the impact of, technologies recommended by the SDA, SSA, and Asset Manager.
(7) Communicating with end users to gather input and feedback and to relay results.
g. System Development Agent (SDA). The individual, unit, firm, agency, or organization that
performs, or has the responsibility for, following the SDLC for design, development,
implementation, and support of C4&IT systems, as well as the acquisition of C4&IT products or
services. Along with the Asset Manager, Sponsor's Representative, and SSA, the SDA is part of
a team responsible for working together, and with customers, users, and stakeholders, to deliver
successful, supportable, and easy-to-use C4&IT systems. Responsibilities include:
(1) Planning, acquiring, designing, developing, and deploying C4&IT systems and services
when designated by CG-6.
(2) Coordinating and communicating with the CG-6 Asset Manager, the Sponsor's
Representative, and the SSA during all appropriate stages within the SDLC to ensure that all
requirements, issues, and items are properly addressed.
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