The Tomahawk consolidated database

A consolidated database was developed for the Tomahawk cruise missiles project to store and automatically retrieve data from numerous production contractors, field activities, and repair facilities. A case study dealing with the design and implementation of the consolidated database is reported. Over 30 tracked components of each Tomahawk missile are followed through production, deployment, depot return, and redeployment. The number of missiles tracked continually increases as new missiles are produced. The system will continue to grow for some time, since only one quarter of the planned total procurement has been completed so far