Modernization Process Model v26.02.27

The SAF/AQXP SCM team has updated the Modernization Process Model to version 26.02.27 to ensure continued alignment with current policy and guidance. In this release, the team added the OSD Early Manufacturing Engineering Guide (July 2022) to strengthen early manufacturing and production readiness considerations within the model. The team also updated references to DAFI 32-1020, Planning and Programming Built Infrastructure Projects and DAFMAN 36-2806, Military Awards: Criteria and Procedures. These updates keep the model current and reinforce alignment across manufacturing, infrastructure, and personnel policy areas. The SAF/AQXP SCM team will continue to refine the model to support effective modernization efforts across the enterprise. If you have questions, comments, or recommendations,… Read More

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Update to the Joint Requirements Process and Impacts to the Modernization Process Model (MPM) v 26.02.13

Recent changes to Joint-level guidance fundamentally restructure the Joint Requirements process. The updated direction eliminates JROC validation of Service- and component-level requirements and refocuses the JROC on Joint Force Development (JFD), Joint Capability Integration (JCI), and Combatant Command (CCMD) requirements. This refocusing aligns requirements more directly to Joint Operating Plans (JOPs) and is informed by Capability Portfolio Management (CPM). This shift represents a significant evolution in how requirements are reviewed, validated, and integrated at the Joint level. By narrowing JROC oversight to Joint and CCMD priorities, the revised framework places greater emphasis on Service-level responsibility while strengthening alignment to joint warfighting outcomes and portfolio-based capability management. Based on our initial… Read More

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Modernization Process Model v26.02.06

The SAF/AQXP Strategic Change Management team updated the Modernization Process Model to version 26.02.06. This version of the model includes two new documents. DoDI 4151.19 Serialized Item Management for Life-Cycle Management and a SAF/AQ Memorandum that renames SAF/AQD and SAF/AQR to SAF/AQT. This version of the model includes updated documents for AFI 63-140 Aircraft Structural Integrity Program, DAFI 90-160 Publications and Forms, and DoWI 5025.01 DOW Issuances Program. Please refer to the Document Changes page for a full list of documents. If you have any questions, comments, or recommendations please use the Contact Us page.

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