The Army's Multiple Launch Rocket System Is Progressing Well and Merits Continued Support
MASAD-82-13
Published: Feb 05, 1982. Publicly Released: Feb 05, 1982.
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GAO conducted a review of the Multiple Launch Rocket System program to determine the Army's progress in developing this system as it approaches a critical testing phase and as Congress prepares to review requests for large-scale funding to finance its procurement.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
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| Department of Defense | 1. The Secretary of Defense should investigate the possibility of accelerating the acquisition of the meteorological data system that would enhance the Multiple Launch Rocket System effectiveness when it is ready for deployment. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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| Department of Defense | 2. The Secretary of Defense should require the Army to review its survivability estimates and determine whether there is a need to improve the system's survivability in the light of the updated evaluation results. |
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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