Project Lesson

Categories of Systemic Lessons

Aircraft still undergoing development by their parent Defence force or Original Equipment Manufacturer should not be classed as off-the-shelf.

Off the Shelf Equipment

Delays in the French program flowed through to the ADF's ARH program and delivery of operational capability to the Army. This has caused slippage in the aircraft and system certification, simulator development and aircrew training. The delays in the program have resulted in the contractor failing to achieve the IOC critical milestone.

Off the Shelf Equipment

Resolve or escalate minor disputes as they arise to prevent escalation to major contract dispute.

Contract Management

Use integrated teams with strong processes and empowered staff facilitated by appropriate contractual arrangements.

Resourcing Contract Management