Logistics support economy and efficiency through consolidation and automationAn integrated logistics support system, which would provide routine access to space and be cost-competitive as an operational space transportation system, was planned and implemented to support the NSTS program launch-on-time goal of 95 percent. A decision was made to centralize the Shuttle logistics functions in a modern facility that would provide office and training space and an efficient warehouse area. In this warehouse, the emphasis is on automation of the storage and retrieval function, while utilizing state-of-the-art warehousing and inventory management technology. This consolidation, together with the automation capabilities being provided, will allow for more effective utilization of personnel and improved responsiveness. In addition, this facility will be the prime support for the fully integrated logistics support of the operations era NSTS and reduce the program's management, procurement, transportation, and supply costs in the operations era.
Document ID
19860050218
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Savage, G. R. (NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center Cocoa Beach, FL, United States)
Fontana, C. J. (NASA John F. Kennedy Space Center Cocoa Beach, FL, United States)
Custer, J. D. (NASA Kennedy Space Center; Lockheed Space Operations Co. Cocoa Beach, FL, United States)