The APM starts in the Adaptive Acquisition Framework which shows multiple acquisition pathways for delivering capability as directed by the following: DoDI 5000.02, DoDI 5000.74, DoDI 5000.75, and FY16 NDAA Section 804.
Additionally, as available from the left hand menu, the APM provides specialized views for the following:
- AFLCMC Standard Processes: All AFLCMC Standard Processes in the APM.
- Defense Business Systems: Process details consistent with DoDI 5000.75 and AFMAN 63-144.
- DevSecOps: Process details consistent with DoD Enterprise DevSecOps Reference Design
- Enterprise Metrics: Cycle times for ACAT I programs.
- Major Capability Acquisition: Process details consistent with DoDI 5000.85, public laws, and DAF Documents. This view has five primary process areas:
- Oversight (1.1): Reviews and approvals.
- PPBE (1.2): Planning, programming, budgeting, and execution.
- Develop Requirements and Preliminary Design (1.3): Technology development, program processes up to Milestone B, and rapid acquisition.
- Acquire (1.4): Program processes from Milestone B through disposal, contracting, and test.
- Conduct “Program” Management Tasks (1.5): Program processes that occur independent of lifecycle phase.
- Milestone Information Requirements: DoDI 5000.02 information requirements for ACAT I program by decision point.
- PEO View: Dashboard of key processes for quick access.
- Program Reviews View: Program review summary between milestones.
- Rapid/Middle Tier Activities: Implementation of FY16 NDAA Section 804
- Small Business View: Core processes for small business professionals.