A dollar cost evaluation of mainland China's major weapon systems

• Main Author: Wang, Chih-Hsiang
• Other Authors: Hildebrandt, Gregory G.
• Language: en_US
• Published: Monterey, California. Naval Postgraduate School 2014
• Online Access: http://hdl.handle.net/10945/42877

Approved for public release, distribution unlimited === This thesis analyzes the requirements and design considerations of a video teletraining (VTT) delivery system for 25 Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) centers located throughout the continental United States. Current DFAS VTT capabilities are reviewed and included. The study's sponsor, the Defense Business Management University (DBMU), has been tasked by the DoD comptroller to implement a training program for these centers. The DBMU has identified VTT as an extremely cost-effective option for training personnel at these 25 DFAS satellite activities. The study focuses on current VTT technologies -- both in industry and in the DoD. Basic VTT concepts are presented, evolving VTT standards are discussed, existing DoD VTT infrastructures are outlined, and problem areas such as system interoperability are explored. The study presents recommendations for an immediate DFAS VTT implementation plan using available DoD one-way/two-way satellite distance education capabilities. This thesis also presents a recommendation for integration of a long term VTT network broadcast system including a single site program origination studio.