Presented is the statement of Frank C. Conahan before the House of Representatives on management issues and challenges facing the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. Issues covered are: bringing plans in line with likely budgets, managing systems development efforts more efficiently, improving operations and oversight, and preserving U.S. aeronautical leadership. Programs discussed include the space station, the Advanced X Ray Astrophysics Facility, the Earth Observing System, and the National Aerospace Plane. Topics discussed include reporting under the Financial Integrity Act and the need for a Chief Financial Officer, improving shuttle operating efficiency, improving procurement and contract management, space project testing, science data management, facilities maintenance, and environmental protection activities.


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    Title :

    NASA: Major Challenges for Management. Testimony Before the Legislation and National Security Subcommittee, Committee on Government Operations, House of Representatives


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1993


    Size :

    24 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English