Effective Use of Systems Analysis in the Navy's Decisionmaking Process

Systems analysis can play an important role in the decisionmaking process by providing objective and timely information. The proper role for systems analysis is not to dictate decisions, but to clarify issues and their possible consequences. GAO studied eight aircraft, two airborne sensor programs, and certain aspects of ship programs as they related to the aircraft systems reviewed. The objective was to assess the quality and usefulness of information available to the decisionmaker.