AFMAN65-506 — Economic Analysis

AFMAN65-506 governs the application of the Economic Analysis approach to support Air Force decisions.

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  • Publication number: AFMAN65-506
  • Title: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
  • Date: 2019-09-06

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It covers comparative analysis, alternatives, cost and benefit analysis, uncertainty analysis, and post-analysis activities. It requires interpretation of results and addresses certification, waivers, economic impact analysis, and special analyses.

Applies to: This publication applies to all civilian employees and uniformed members of the Regular Air Force, the Air Force Reserve and the Air National Guard.

Topics covered

  • Comparative analysis
  • Economic analysis principles
  • Alternatives analysis
  • Cost analysis
  • Benefit analysis
  • Uncertainty analysis
  • Economic impact analysis

Questions and answers

What topics are included in post-analysis activities?

The post analysis activities include such topics as: an implementation plan and stakeholder analysis.

How may benefits be expressed in a benefit analysis?

Chapter 5 added flexibility to allow for benefits to be expressed as either a narrative or on an ordinal scale.

What does AFMAN65-506 say about the incremental cost concept?

Chapter 4 explains the incremental cost concept.

What must happen to records created under AFMAN65-506?

Ensure all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule located in the Air Force Records Information Management System.

What does AFMAN65-506 say about using specific manufacturers or products?

The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the Air Force.

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