MIL-HDBK-61A: Scope

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SECTION 1

QUESTIONS THIS SECTION WILL ANSWER: PARA.

1. What are the scope and purpose of this handbook? Who should use it? 1.1

2. To what other documents does this handbook relate, and what is the nature of the relationship? 1.1

3. How does the user locate specific information related to each life cycle phase and CM function? 1.2

4. What is configuration management? 1.3

5. What is the Government's role in the CM process; what is a contractor's role; and how do they relate? 1.3.1

6. How does CM impact program costs? 1.3.2

7. What are the benefits of having effective CM on a DoD program? 1.3.2

8. What risks are associated with the lack of CM, or ineffectual CM? 1.3.2

For correct application of this information, see NOTE on Contents page