Guest post from VADM Currier:
As a follow-up to Admiral Allens All Hands at Sector San Diego, I would like to offer this post as a first in a series of blogs regarding modernization efforts, progress to date and priorities for our way ahead. Specifically, recent concerns have been expressed regarding our Field Support organization including Base Support Units which fall under the Shore Infrastructure Logistics Center (SILC).
First let me say that our field organizational structure and associated business rules are critical aspects of support effectiveness. We cannot produce readiness without a well structured and fully integrated field element. With the disestablishment of our Maintenance and Logistics Commands (MLC) this fall, a system of support units was put in place to ensure the continued delivery of critical services. Business rules, including the designation of a Principal Support Officer (PSO), have been generally successful. That said, I am not convinced we have it right. Accordingly, I am taking action to review our modernized field support structure to ensure that it is optimal.
We have not done a good enough job at informing our workforce about the way ahead. I invite anyone interested to visit our support website at http://dcmslog.blogspot.com and view the first in a series of postings explaining where we are, and where we are headed. Coast Guard men and women; active, reserve, civilian or Auxiliary can ask questions or offer suggestions by e-mailing us at: askmissionsupport@uscg.mil.
I am committed, as is our mission support team, to achieving efficient and effective mission execution through enhanced readiness. Modernization is the key.
Semper Paratus
VADM J. P. Currier
Chief of Staff
