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DATA STORAGE AND USE
Pages 42-44

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... Hodges expressed the belief that, although some individuals value data and maintain archives, the importance of systematic accumulation and active use of data is not widely appreciated in DoD. He cited experiences involving missing documentation of helicopter operational tests and unused data 42
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... Both Gaver and Fries noted recent movement in this direction; Fries referred to the Army's current activities in the establishment of a master test and evaluation data base and also called for comprehensive data collection in operational testing and for integrity checks to ensure data quality. Larry Crow also cited the need for a sound data collection system to assess the reliability growth of defense systems.
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... These difficulties arise because relevant cost information does not reside within a single repository but is divided between project management offices and test and evaluation agencies. The authors also cite variations in cost accounting across test and evaluation agencies and developmental testing organizations.
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