A Search For Management Effectiveness

Ray Destabelle

doi:10.1117/12.965602

28 August 1979 A Search For Management Effectiveness

Ray Destabelle

Proceedings Volume 0188, Management of Optics Programs; (1979) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.965602
Event: 1979 Huntsville Technical Symposium, 1979, Huntsville, United States

Abstract

Effectiveness in the management of high-technology electro-optical programs requires the creation and maintenance of an environment that permits an interdisciplinary team to achieve the paramount goal of technical excellence. The author's personal experiences with three major electro-optical development programs are described along with the differing management approaches used. These programs encompass a wide spectrum of program types including (a) prime contract and subcontract, (b) fixed price and cost reimbursable, (c) large complex systems with many subsystems and a highly sophisticated single unit, intended for land, sea, air, and space application. Expectedly,. the management approach to all the programs is similar; however, management problems with each program are contrasted. Effectiveness is best achieved when program personnel are highly motivated and personally committed. Electro-optical programs, especially, require a special coordination of the interdisciplinary effort.

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Ray Destabelle "A Search For Management Effectiveness", Proc. SPIE 0188, Management of Optics Programs, (28 August 1979); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.965602

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