The Coast Guard Needs Navy Weapon Systems To Meet Wartime Mission Requirements
MASAD-83-13
Published: Jan 28, 1983. Publicly Released: Jan 28, 1983.
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GAO examined the planning and management for the $163.4 million computer-based Command, Display, and Control (COMDAC) system being installed on 13 new Coast Guard cutters for the automation of many ship control functions.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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Department of Transportation | The Secretary of Transportation should direct the Commandant of the Coast Guard to work closely with the Navy to establish definitive timetables for delivery of Navy weapon systems. |
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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IT acquisitionsAgency missionsCommand control communications systemsSoftwareCost controlDefense procurementInteragency relationsLogisticsMilitary vesselsWeapons systems