Adaptive Acquisition Framework
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A set of acquisition pathways to enable the workforce to tailor strategies to deliver better solutions faster.
Integrates the New 5000 Policies
The 5000 series policies were updated to reflect the new set of key tenets of the Defense Acquisition System with new policies for each acquisition pathway and functional area. This AAF website integrates the policies, guides, and resources for the acquisition workforce to navigate their program lifecycle.
MG Glenn Dean Interview
Join DAU President Jim Woolsey as he interviews Major General Glenn Dean about the implementation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF). In this video, they delve into practical details on how to apply the AAF effectively and its value to you.
New Acquisition Business Practice
New guidebooks are now available. These guidebooks were developed to more effectively align with and complement updated acquisition policies. They reflect modern business practice and supersede related Chapter content in the Defense Acquisition Guidebook.
Tailoring In
Decision authorities and program managers will tailor program strategies and oversight, phase content, the timing and scope of decision reviews, and decision levels based on the characteristics of the capability being acquired, including complexity, risk, and urgency to satisfy user requirements.