APW: An Overview
The world of acquisition planning can be complex and confusing especially if you don't participate as a planner on a regular basis. The APW is designed to provide you with just-in-time decision support and easy access to references and examples to help you when you need it. A series of short, easy to understand "wizards" help you to automatically:
- Determine which Acquisition Plan Type you are required to complete
- Determine the appropriate Approval Authority for your plan
- Determine the appropriate Waiver Authority, should you need one
- Determine the appropriate members of your Planning Team
- Create a complete and well organized Acquisition Plan
- Collaborate with your planning team to get your Acquisition Plan approved


