1.1.
Reissues reference (a) to update policy and
responsibilities for interoperability and supportability
of Information Technology (IT), including National Security Systems (NSS), to reflect DoD Chief Information Officer's (DoD
CIO's) responsibilities contained in references (b) and (c)
.
1.2. Directs the use of a mission-related,
outcome-based approach that considers both materiel
(acquisition or procurement) and non-materiel (doctrine, organizational,
training, leadership, personnel, or facilities) aspects to
ensure interoperability and supportability of IT and NSS
throughout the Department of Defense. This approach ensures that information is available to the Department of Defense in
an assured, timely, useable, understandable, and
cost-effective manner.