美陆军地面作战系统备件管理审计报告-92页_22mb

Summary

Report Overview

This report audits the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) storage and care of repair parts and components for Army Ground Combat Systems (GCS), conducted from May 2022 to July 2023 by the DoD Office of Inspector General (OIG). The objective was to determine if DLA adhered to DoD policies, including the Care of Supplies in Storage (COSIS) program.

Key Findings

• Of $1.96 billion in GCS repair parts and components reviewed, 92% had COSIS deficiencies:
  • 67% had critical deficiencies (e.g., engines and transmissions improperly stored, humidity indicators exceeded).
  • 15% had major deficiencies (e.g., inadequate packaging or labeling).
  • 10% had minor deficiencies (e.g., incomplete markings).
• Improper storage and care led to $1.80 billion in deterioration risk, with $1.31 billion at immediate danger of degradation, potentially increasing repair or replacement costs.
• Safety hazards, such as precarious stacking and unstable pallets, were identified, posing injury risks to DLA personnel.

Root Causes

• DLA lacked adequate guidance, training, and procedures for COSIS inspections and remediation.
• Army oversight was insufficient, limiting visibility into DLA storage conditions and management of excess unserviceable materiel.

Recommendations

• DLA Director:
  1. Correct all COSIS deficiencies.
  2. Update guidance and training for inspection and remediation protocols.
  3. Implement a formal training program for DLA personnel.
• Army TACOM Commanding General:
  1. Conduct periodic site visits to DLA centers.
  2. Review and ensure proper packaging and storage codes.
  3. Utilize trip reports from Army Sustainment Command and coordinate corrective actions.
  4. Review excess unserviceable materiel for disposition.

Management Response

• DLA Logistics Operations Deputy Director agreed with 11 recommendations, with actions planned to address 8, but 3 unresolved, particularly regarding the potential monetary benefit calculation.
• Army Commanding General agreed with all recommendations and outlined implementation plans.
• Two recommendations were closed, six were resolved but open, and three remained unresolved, requiring further dialogue on specific issues.