DoD partnering for future global sustainment

The operating models that most organizations have adopted over the past several decades are changing rapidly, and Lockheed Martin has worked with our customers to adapt to the new environment. Automated Test Equipment (ATE) and DoD partnering have played an important role in this adaptation. Insertion of new technologies and commercial best practices has demonstrable benefit through the entire supply chain. The use of "intelligent test" capability has streamlined the testing process of multiple components, reducing total test times from days to hours. Utilizing test data to create reliable models has allowed for the creation of prognostic capabilities which allow for the prediction of certain failures, and the subsequent requisition of repair parts prior to the impending failure. This provides the maintainer with the right part at the right time, effecting the turnaround time for repairs. This concept has been taken a step further through the creation of industry partnerships with Department of Defense (DoD) Depots and Maintenance Facilities. By pushing this test capability forward the DoD - Industry partnership can react to our customers\´ desire for immediate service and support, including support of systems that are approaching or have exceeded their expected lifecycle. By leveraging the DoD\´s skilled workforce, commercial best practices and cutting edge ATE technology, the partnership can provide cost effective, responsive support to our customers while providing an avenue for future growth.