be of enormous benefit to all of the review processes, to
include the CPRs. One of the primary goals of the CPR
is to “Revalidate portfolios through an examination
of combatant command operational needs, wartime
lessons learned, Army Force Generation, emerging
technologies, affordability, interest and opportunity”
(AUSA 2010, 3). This is in complete alignment with
the goals of the Net Zero vision of the ASA(IE&E)
which includes the following theme:
In an era of persistent conflict, with a mission of stabi-
lizing war-torn nations, a true stabilizing factor can be
that of appropriate resource management. The Net Zero
vision ensures that sustainable practices will be instilled
and managed throughout the appropriate levels of the
Army, while also maximizing operational capability, re-
source availability and well being (OASA(IE&E) 2010, 2).Part IV. Recommendations
- Insert language in the Army Programming
Guidance (APGM) Annex A “Guidance to
PEGs and Commands” consistent with the in-
tent of the ASPG and APPG to clearly articulate
the responsibility of the PEGs to actively en-
sure sustainability options are incorporated in
the requirements justifications including CBA. - Insert language in the TGM in the portion of
“General Guidance” that is consistent with the
added verbiage to the APGM (recommendation
above) so that all PEGs understand their role
in ensuring sustainable options are included in
the development of analysis that come under
their review. - Ideally, add a subject matter expert from the
ASA(IE&E) office to the PEG committees for