ARMY DIR 2017-33 — Enabling The Army Modernization Task Force
ARMY DIR 2017-33 governs the Army Modernization Task Force and its effort to establish a new command for Army modernization.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2017-33
- Title: ENABLING THE ARMY MODERNIZATION TASK FORCE
- Date: 11/07/2017
- Proponent: SECARMY
- Status: ACTIVE
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It describes delays in requirements and capabilities development and sets objectives for reviewing Army modernization organization and management. It directs recommendations on roles, functions, authorities, structure, organization, and resources, along with a time-phased implementation plan.
Topics covered
- Army Modernization Task Force
- Army modernization organization
- New Army command
- Unity of command
- Reorganization alternatives
- Modernization functions
- Time-phased implementation plans
Questions and answers
When was the Army Modernization Task Force established?
On 6 October 2017, I directed the establishment of a task force under the leadership of Lieutenant General Edward C. Cardon, Director of Business Transformation, to explore all options to establish unity of command and unity of effort that consolidates the Armys modernization process under one roof. (paragraph 1)
What is the Army Modernization Task Force focused on?
On 13 October 2017, I directed General Cardon to focus the task forces efforts on the design and establishment of a new command. (paragraph 2)
What authority does General Cardon have across the Army?
Within these limits, General Cardon has direct tasking authority across the Army, including the Army Secretariat. (paragraph 6)
What access and support is General Cardon authorized to receive?
General Cardon is authorized direct access to, and priority support from, all major commanders and heads of staff agencies. (paragraph 9)