Chapter I Strategy and Overview
Army Science and Technology Master Plan (ASTMP 1997)

2. Objectives

To support this vision, the Army has several strategic investment objectives (Figure I-5):

• Comply with and support the defense S&T strategy and the Army Vision, Army Vision 2010, and emerging concepts from the Army After Next.
• Conduct "world-class" relevant research.
• Strengthen the requirements process through:
  ­ System of systems demos
  ­ ATDs, ACTDs
  ­ S&T synchronized with TRADOC AWEs
• Support the Advanced Concepts and Technology II (ACT II) program.
• Provide affordable options with a focus on system upgrades.
• Improve technology transition--couple S&T to development programs.
  
• Improve technology transfer and "spin on" by forming partnerships with academia and industry.
• Stabilize S&T priorities and funding.
• Improve program execution and oversight.
• Attract, develop, and retain quality scientists and engineers.
• Downsize the infrastructure.