The Department of the Air Force Modernization Process Model (DAF MPM) is a comprehensive resource that visually integrates the entire Acquisition System. It clearly represents the inputs, processes, outputs, and key stakeholders, while documenting the current state of these processes. Serving as the central knowledge hub, the DAF MPM provides an integrated and organized view of the acquisition process.
The DAF MPM compiles existing laws, policies, instructions, and guidance, establishing itself as the Gold Standard for individuals involved in the acquisition, requirements, and resourcing processes.
Key aspects of the DAF MPM include:
- Offering a process perspective across all six Adaptive Acquisition Framework pathways.
- Defining standard activities and terminology associated with Air Force acquisition, requirements, and resourcing.
- Enhancing process understanding at all three levels of acquisition authority: Milestone Decision Authority, Program Executive Officer, and Program Manager.
- Serving as a Standard Reference Model for stakeholders by providing direct access to reference documents, templates, and best practices.
- Establishing a common baseline for process improvement initiatives.
- Offering integration context for related or external process models.
- Contributing process inputs to the Acquisition Enterprise Architecture and supporting other Enterprise Architectures.