Description
USSOCOM is transitioning a number of its logistics processes from multiple systems, and in some instances manual processing to DPAS as it looks to integrate with its supported Service Special Operations Commands (SOCs). Several of the Army's PEOs is also looking to use DPAS to support the fielding of new equipment. These transitions will likely encompass the use of all modules of DPAS. One the processes that DPAS does not currently support is the DoD's Materiel Returns Program (MRP).
Recommended
DPAS needs to incorporate the requesting / management of a Materiel Return into the PA and Warehouse modules.
Within the Materiel Mgmt module, DPAS needs to incorporate the acceptance, determination and response of the request. Each Module should provide the user with the a viewer of the request along with the response provided. For "Accepted" materiel returns to the DPAS internal Materiel Mgmt module, the Materiel Mgmt module should generate and send a 527D (Due In) to the RSA (DPAS or an external RSA). This SCR encompasses the need for inquiries/reports to show the open items as well as closed actions with the actual disposition taken.
Dashboards displaying open actions in the PA, Warehouse and Materiel Mgmt modules should be developed along with the capture of metric showing the number of approved/denied disposition of the MRP Request. Programs that can be executed by the user that identifies potential excess equipment and supplies is recommended utilizing Authorized to On Hand quantities for PA.
For the Warehouse module, the system should utilize Program Exit Dates (item no longer used), Demand quantities (is stockage too high for the current demand), and should also look at the Unit's Authorized to Issue Qtys. For items considered excess, that are subject to return the ICP, the system will generate a DLMS 180M (Return Merchandise Authorization and Notification)transaction set to the Item Manager. Responses to the DLMS 180M will be via the DLMS 870M (Materiel Returns Supply Status) transaction Set. For additional guidance, refer to DLM 4000.25, Volume 2.
Mission Critical
Yes. As DPAS increases its users base and expands the support of it Logistics Capabilities there is a requirement to support the DoD Materiel Returns Program for the Customer and for the Product Manager.
Benefits
Improves the overall integration with DoD programs. Saves the Department $ as user may be more inclined to use the MRP, when the automation exists. This capability is considered mandatory for the Materiel Manager as well as the user.
Users
As DPAS is used more within the Special Operating Forces environment, this capability will be used more an more. The requirement was also listed in the USMC DMC Requirements package to support parts within the kitting area.
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