Autonomic logistics

As was identified in the autonomic nervous system (ANS) analogy key points, an autonomic logistics (AL) approach must know what the optimal state of the system is and what constitutes an actionable deviation from that state. It must also know what to do to remedy that situation. The analysis approach presented will acquire the data to establish the optimal state. A mechanism to monitor and continuously refine the optimal state can then be developed. Like the ANS system, AL is ultimately a reactive system, the key is to strategically and systematically develop a suitable reaction management approach that minimizes system mission or performance risk. The analysis clearly defines the system limitation, expectations, and tolerance constraints. This results in implementation of supportable equipment, processes, and procedures that are better suited to achieve and sustain the desired level of mission success