The Newest Air Force Core Function

This paper analyzes current Air Force BP strategy using a "Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership and education, Personnel, and Facilities (DOTMLPF)" methodology to find service capability gaps in this core function. In contrast to the DOTMLPF studies in the acquisition community to define -- "needed capabilities to guide the development of affordable systems [or material (emphasis added)]," this paper explores non-material solutions by investigating the current state of BP doctrine, organizations, training, leadership, personnel, and facilities. Each chapter of this paper discusses one or a combination of DOTMLPF factors, and at the end of each section, proposes conclusions at the end of each section. In the paper's final chapter, this author presents a series of recommendations to enhance future BP capabilities in this new Air Force core function.