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* Adds the program manager for sets, kits, outfits, and tools omnibus contract as an additional method of procurement (para 1-5).
* Establishes a board of directors for sets, kits, outfits, and tools issues (para 1-5 d (14)).
* Establishes a program manager for the sets, kits, outfits, and tools optimization team to take full advantage of new technology (para 1-5 f ).
* Adds warranty and replacement procedures (para 1-12).
* Incorporates requisition requirements previously published in a Department of the Army message (para 1-12).
a. This pamphlet —
(1) Provides guidance for Army sets, kits, outfits, and tools (SKOT).
(2) Describes procedures for the management of the SKOT program, including —
(a) Sets, kits, and outfits (SKO) assembly, the tools contained in the assembly, and distribution.
(b) Supply catalog (SC) generation and review.
(c) The SC documentation and publication.
(d) Type classification and obsolescence.
(3) Implements procedures for managing the Army SKOT program.
b. This pamphlet does not apply to —
(1) Medical unit assemblies managed by The Surgeon General.
(2) Items listed in DA Pam 700-21-1 .
(3) Assemblages that do not have a DA SC that are termed as SKO, such as modification work order kits, kits designed for communications equipment installation, and kits composed of repair parts.
(4) Tools separately authorized in the required or authorized column of a modification table of organization and equipment (MTOE), tables of distribution and allowances (TDA), joint table of allowances (JTA), common tables of allowances (CTA), or operator (crew) manuals on the basic issue item (BII) list or the additional authorizations list (AAL).
Required and related publications and prescribed and referenced forms are listed in appendix A .
Abbreviations and special terms used in this pamphlet are explained in the glossary .
a. The DA SKOT program is designed to manage SKOT throughout their life cycles.
b. The SKO are assemblages of components in a container (pouch, box, chest, van, trailer, or shelter) primarily designed to accomplish a specific mission. Sets, kits, and outfits are Army type classified, controlled by an SC, and identified as a single item of supply with a unit of issue of set, kit or outfit. Requirements and authorizations for SKO are documented in The Army Authorization Documents System (TAADS).
c. Tools are defined as follows.
(1) Common tools are those tools that are used on multiple end items and are found in a SKO as authorized by an SC.
(2) A special tool is a tool designed to perform a specific task for use on a specific end item or a specific component of an end item and is not available in the common tool load that supports that end item/unit. It is authorized by the repair parts and special tools list (RPSTL) located within that end item's technical manual (TM). If a specific component requiring this special tool is used on a variety of end items, the tool is still considered special and listed in all applicable end-item RPSTLs. If the tool is used on various components of various end items and not identified to a specific task, the tool is defined as common, removed from all RPSTLs, and placed in the appropriate SKO that support those various end items or placed in the AAL, or will be removed from the special tools portion of the RPSTL. Chapter 8 provides more guidance on special tools. Special tools having national stock numbers (NSNs) are identified in the Special Tools List of the maintenance allocation chart. Special tools that need to be fabricated and/or made from bulk materials appear in the RPSTL.
d. The Industrial Quality (IQ) Tools Program, managed by the General Services Administration (GSA), provides suppliers or manufacturers standard commercial warranties that may include up to a lifetime warranty of hand tools to all users. Each manufacturer participating in the program is assigned unique NSNs for its tools. Information is available from GSA.
e. The SC terminology definitions follow:
(1) Active SC: an active SC is an SC with an official SC number, an assigned line item number (LIN), and NSN.
(2) Obsolete SC: an SC in which the SC number has been rescinded in DA Pam 25-30 and the LIN has been removed from Supply Bulletin (SB) 700-20 (see app B).
(3) Nonreviewable SC: an active SC that has been determined by joint written agreement of compiler and U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) center and school to meet any of the following criteria:
(a) Category 1: The SC is in the process of being obsoleted and will not be reviewed again.
(b) Category 2: The Army is not the proponent of the SC, which will be reviewed only when the proponent calls for a review.
(c) Category 3: The SC will not be used by the active Army but may be required by the Army Reserve, Army National Guard, or other military services for training purposes. If a unit is activated, that set will be replaced by current inventory. There is no need to review the set.
(d) Category 4: The tool set is no longer the preferred tool set configuration but, because of limited quantities of the replacing set, it may be necessary to continue the use of a nonpreferred set. The nonpreferred set will not be reviewed again.
(e) Category 5: If the SC is authorized only in prepositioned stock, the SC will not be reviewed until activation occurs to the SC. This activation will change the SC to reviewable.
a. The Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4 ( DCS, G-4 ) —
(1) Exercises general staff functions for the SKOT program.
(2) Publishes SKOT program policy and guidance.
(3) Provides information to Joint logistics commanders on Army SKOT programs and initiatives.
b. The Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology (ASA(ALT)) —
(1) Is responsible for all DA matters related to logistics.
(2) Executes the acquisition function and management system for DA.
(3) Manages the Army acquisition corps and workforce.
(4) Overseas research, development, test, and evaluation programs.
c. The Commanding General, U.S. Army Materiel Command (AMC) —
(1) Serves as the materiel developer (MATDEV).
(2) Is the DA executive agent for SKOT.
(3) Is the designated program manager (PM) SKOT and the official responsible for life cycle management of SKOT.
(4) Executes life cycle planning, materiel management, and engineering management for the SKOT.
(5) Monitors the overall execution of the SKOT directives and requirements.
(6) Provides direction to the Army SKOT community.
(7) Approves new or revised SKO and designates SKO compilers through the PM-SKOT office.
d. The PM-SKOT —
(1) Improves Army SKOT management, diminishing both common and special tool proliferation within the Army and enhancing the SKO review process. Ensures that SKOT management is performed in an efficient manner and is consistent with the policy outlined in this pamphlet.
(2) Assures Army SKOT issues, such as life cycle costs, standardization, special tool proliferation, and configuration management, are adequately addressed by program executive officers (PEOs), PMs, SKO compilers, and project leaders. Reviews and evaluates the performance of SKO management activities.
(3) The PM-SKOT serves as the Army lead for headquarters (HQ) AMC in all matters pertaining to SKOT.
(4) Recommends actions to reduce Army SKOT operating and support costs.
(5) Ensures all Army SKO are periodically reviewed to verify a continued mission requirement.
(6) Ensures existing Army SKO are reviewed for possible consolidation.
(7) Tracks obsolescence of SCs.
(8) Assesses new initiatives, recommendations, and concerns of the Army SKOT community.
(9) Develops and track metrics of success for the Army SKOT program.
(10) Maintains and updates DA Pam 700-60.
(11) Assures SKO review schedules are coordinated with TRADOC, its proponent center and school, or the Army Command (ACOM), Army Service Component Command (ASCC), and Direct Reporting Unit (DRU), along with the appropriate AMC SKO compiler.
(12) Promotes and ensures the digitization of SCs maintained in a database at the AMC Logistics Support Activity (LOGSA).
(13) Performs analysis and proposes actions on all Army SKOT issues to PM-SKOT Optimization Team.
(14) Convenes a board of directors for consideration, guidance, and/or resolution of unresolved Army SKOT issues. The board will be chaired by the PEO for combat support/combat service support and consist of the following individuals or their representative: Commander, Tank-Automative and Armaments Command; Commander, Aviation and Missile Command; Commander, Combined Arms Support Command (CASCOM); Commander, Maneuver Support Center; Chief of Ordnance; Commander, Aviation Warfighting Center; the DCS, G-4; the Deputy Chief of Staff, G-8; AMC G-3.
(15) Represents the interests of the Army SKOT program to all organizations within and outside of AMC and DA.
(16) Ensures the Army SKOT community is informed and up to date.
(17) Keeps the Commanding General, AMC; commanders, life cycle management commands (LCMCs); and other higher authorities informed of SKOT initiatives, efforts, and accomplishments.
(18) Assures configuration management principles are included in the life cycle management of Army SKOT.
(19) Promotes Government and industry partnering.
(20) Establishes uniformity in the control and management of SKOT at the functional level (the SKO compiler) as well as in the conduct of technical/administrative transactions among organizations (commodity managers).
(21) Maintains the SKO Master List and provides an updated listing to LOGSA semiannually for electronic distribution. The master list (by LIN) will include pertinent information on background, status, and significant actions related to cyclic reviews.
(22) Ensures compliance with calibration requirements for new test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 750-43.
e. The SKO compiler —
(1) Performs configuration control of SKO.
(2) Considers PM-SKOT Omnibus Contract and GSA IQ Tools Program during SKO development.
(3) Initiates and coordinates SKO review and schedule with the combat developer (CBTDEV).
(4) Provides technical assistance to users.
(5) Coordinates Government and industry interface.
(6) Evaluates user input, to include Supply and Maintenance Assessment and Review Team (SMART) Suggestions, Tool Improvement Program Suggestions (TIPS), DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and blank Forms), and Standard Form (SF) 368 (Product Quality Deficiency Report), and coordinates all actions with the CBTDEV. If problems arise and resolutions cannot be found, consults with the PM-SKOT office.
(7) Reviews SKO SCs every 5 years to verify that NSNs are still current or to prepare an SC change.
(8) Performs an onsite review in conjunction with the combat developer and PM-SKOT for each active SC at least every 5 years, as appropriate.
(9) Compiles and prepares SCs for publication and ensures new SKO are fielded with SCs.
(10) Provides input for other affected publications.
(11) Develops, programs, and budgets for funding requirements as identified in chapter 6 of this publication.
(12) Executes SKO development, type classification, testing, material management, production, and fielding. Ensures SKO are maintained in the proper configuration for performance of the functions intended.
(13) Provides SC data via the logistics information warehouse (LIW) to LOGSA. Ensures that SKO are maintained in the proper configuration for performance of the functions intended.
(14) Conducts hands-on verification of new SKO requirements.
(15) Completes cataloging actions necessary to support changes to be made in the SC prior to inputting information into the LIW. If new components do not have an NSN, the request will go to the Defense Logistics Information Service. NSN and appropriate supply support actions are forwarded to respective GSA/Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). All SC information is to be input into the LIW for transmittal to LOGSA. Instructions for inputting information into the LIW are contained within the Warranty Tutorial (available at http://pmskot.army.mil ). Questions or comments regarding inputting information into the LIW are to be sent to email@example.com .
(16) Appoints, by letter, a SKO coordinator as the point of contact (POC) for his or her respective LCMC. This individual will represent the command, both internally and externally, for SKO policy and problem resolutions.
(17) Verifies that components of future and existing SKO are established in accordance with AR 71-32 , paragraph 6-23.
(18) Ensures the integrity of a SKO, following guidance published in AR 71-32, paragraph 6-23.
(19) Coordinates with TRADOC proponent school to ensure special tools are not contained in SKO.
f. The PM-SKOT Optimization Team —
(1) Introduces new technology applications to PM-SKOT through technology demonstrations.
(2) Continually assesses the SKOT inventory to identify SKOT or families of SKOT that require replacement, consolidation, obsolescence, and/or acquisition.
(3) Ensures initiatives are established for necessary and timely optimization of the Army SKOT inventory.
(4) Ensure SKOT requirements are considered during all phases of the assigned acquisition program.
(5) Is responsible for reviewing the appropriate SKOT engineering and logistics data required to certify supportability of SKOT prior to materiel release and type classification.
(6) Conducts field support team installation visits to gather feedback and resolve issues Soldiers are having with our product in the field and to discuss ongoing SKOT programs and initiatives.
g. The Director, AMC LOGSA —
(1) Manages the SKO database, including the standard illustration and standard item description files.
(2) Consolidates SCs for semiannual publication on compact disc-read only memory (CD-ROM) medium.
(3) Publishes and distributes semiannually the SKO Master List electronically.
(4) Reviews SC for accuracy and adequacy to ensure that items reflected in the SKO database are assigned an NSN and that the SC compiler is the recorded manager/user for each NSN in the SKO. Items purchased using Omnibus contracting method will use part number and commercial and Government entity (CAGE) code in lieu of a NSN to avoid provisioning costs.
(5) Prepares the SC in the appropriate electronic format from the SKO database.
(6) Furnishes SC publication data to the Army Publishing Directorate (APD) on DA Form 260 (Request for Publishing) as required.
(7) Provides notifications to the SC compilers when data are inconsistent with the Army Master Data File (AMDF).
(8) Acts as the responsible agency for coordinating system change requests for the SC automated program.
h. The Commanding General, TRADOC, as the CBTDEV —
(1) Designates the proponents for table of organization and equipment (TOE) required SKO.
(2) Develops and executes the budget to support TRADOC SKO functions, to include onsite reviews.
(a) Annually reviews the TRADOC center and school SKO cyclic review in conjunction with SKO compilers. Based upon this review and internal requirements, funding requirements to support their assigned SKOs will be submitted to HQ TRADOC.
(b) Notifies TRADOC centers and schools TOE units of SKO changes and cost of the changes for units to budget.
(3) Analyzes, identifies, and initiates SKO mission and fielding requirements. Configuration and design will give consideration to transportability.
(4) Approves new or revised SKO.
(a) Recommends/approves placement of common tools in a SKO, which are former special tools.
(b) Coordinates with compiler to ensure that special tools are not contained in SKO.
(5) Works with SKO compilers to develop a prioritized review schedule to keep abreast of mission and/or technological changes that could affect SKO as part of the SKO 5-Year Review Plan.
(6) Verifies that personnel, training, and publication requirements are met.
(7) Identifies SKO for consolidation, reconfiguration, and/or obsolescence. This will be a joint undertaking with TRADOC centers and schools, SKO compilers, and the PM-SKOT office.
(8) Communicates with SKO compilers to evaluate and approve user input that may be in the form of SMART, DA Form 2028 , and so forth and continues to communicate with SKO compilers until new SKO is fielded with SCs.
(9) Provides guidance to TRADOC centers and schools concerning management and review of SKO.
(10) Ensures timely accomplishment of SKO actions within the purview of the logistics oriented schools to include coordination between the schools.
(11) Reconciles differences that surface between logistics oriented schools and other TRADOC elements pertaining to proposed changes in SKO.
i. The Director, APD —
(1) Verifies that DA Form 260 has been accurately prepared by AMC SKO compilers.
(2) Publishes SC forecast and indexes in DA Pam 25-30 .
(3) Provides subscription lists and labels and makes initial distribution of SC.
(4) Stocks and issues SC CD-ROM.
j. The Commander, U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM), as the CBTDEV for all TDA SKO —
(1) Designates proponent POC for TDA required SKO.
(2) Programs allowances to maintain TDA SKOT.
(3) Ensures cyclic SKO reviews and SC publication updates are accomplished.
(4) Encourages user input using DA Form 2028 , SF Form 368 , SMART, and so forth.
(5) Verifies assemblages supporting the FORSCOM organizations and equipment and participates in compiler onsite reviews, when necessary.
(6) Enforces health, fire, safety, and environmental standards as applicable.
a. The CBTDEV analyzes operational requirements to identify deficiencies in military capabilities within operational concept and force structure. Solutions are sought first with changes in concepts, doctrine, training, or organization before initiating new materiel acquisition. When acquisition is required, the CBTDEV forms an integrated concept team (ICT) to include, but not be limited to, the MATDEV, proponent subject matter experts, the DCS, G-4, Deputy Chief of Staff, G-3/5/7, and the ASA(ALT) to develop a requirements document. The requirements document specify the tasks the SKO is required to perform and under what conditions; it is not a listing of desired tools/components. Upon successful completion of Phase I (milestone I), the ICT converts to an integrated process team and the MATDEV assumes the lead. Standard Army acquisition policy in AR 70-1 and in Department of Defense (DOD) 5000-series publications is used for procuring SKO. Most SKO procurements are nondevelopmental items (NDIs). Benefits of NDI include reduced fielding time, minimized research and development costs, limited testing, and procurement of state of the art technology. Special tool requirements are minimized in developmental items. The GSA IQ Tool Program are utilized wherever possible.
b. Re-buys of existing SKO will comply with LIN generic item descriptions do not impact qualitative and quantitative personnel requirements information (QQPRI), and are supported by the existing SC.
New SKO are developed and validated through user testing and verified by the CBTDEV. The published SC must reflect the current configuration prior to initial equipment fielding. Future engineering and technical data changes should result in change or revision of the SC and other applicable documents.
a. The SKO are authorized by MTOEs based on doctrinal requirements shown in TOEs, TDAs, JTAs, and CTAs and are listed by LIN. An SC is the official requisitioning and authorization document for SKO components, and it assists the property book officer with component property accountability.
b. Base-level commercial equipment will be documented in TDAs or JTAs only, which are applicable to tools and special tools, not to SKO.
c. Policies for establishing equipment requirements and authorizations, to include policies on managing "Used with, but not part of" items, are contained in AR 71-32 .
a. The DA forces have space and weight constraints restricting availability of transportation for equipment and personnel. Requirements of the fixed facilities (TDA) and mobile TOE/MTOE units are distinctly different. Space differences must be taken into account between mobile and fixed SKO configurations as well as for wartime and peacetime situations.
b. Planning and programming details associated with the storage, shipment, and user mobility requirements of Army equipment must be managed throughout equipment life cycles. Critical engineering design parameters and constraints (length, width, height, and weight) must be considered during system development and subsequent changes. Lifting, loading, rail impact, cross-country travel, and tie-down considerations, as well as packaging, storage, and safety considerations and related issues, must be addressed. User verification prior to fielding ensures transportability considerations have been met.
c. Those SKO that are vehicular or shelter mounted should have a loading plan included in the SC. These plans should consist of all views, for example, top, sides, front, rear, required to completely define the location for SKO components. When SKO are to be user installed, the NSN of installation kit and installation instructions or drawings are provided by the MATDEV.
d. Packaging of SKO for ease of transportability and deployment is a requirement.
a. All TOE/MTOE SKO are fielded based on requirements identified by the CBTDEV proponent and the primary logistics-oriented school and documented in accordance with AR 71-9 . User testing and verification of the SC should confirm that the identified requirement has been met prior to fielding of the SKO. Transfer of proponency should be made by concurrence of the affected schools or by decision of HQ TRADOC.
b. A commodity manager code (CMC) will identify the SKO manager.
c. Transfer of item management should occur when a change of CMC is documented (in accordance with AR 708-1 ), the transfer of the technical data package is completed, and the gaining manager has published a revision of the SC to supersede previous editions.
d. While each SKO compiler is responsible for assigned SKO, PM-SKOT performs the compiling and management functions regarding general purpose SKOT.
e. The MATDEV for TDA SKO is ACOM/ASCC/DRU activity assigned to support a specific mission or missions. Coordination with the ACOM/ASCC/DRU activity is needed to both identify mission(s) and meet in-process review (IPR) requirements.
a. The SKO life cycle management addresses the identification of need to upgrade or modernize periodically, as well as the replacement of SKO actively used in the field. For existing SKO this can occur during cyclic review or by the CBTDEV initiating the requirement to take advantage of marketplace innovation or horizontal technological insertion. The latter can be documented by a continuing need statement or an amendment to the existing requirements document. For new SKO that include enhanced capability and significantly affect transportability, the CBTDEV and MATDEV prepare action plans consistent with DOD 5000 series instructions based on the acquisition category system level.
b. Any modernization of existing SKO should include an update of the basis-of-issue plan (BOIP)/QQPRI and related integrated logistics support elements as applicable in accordance with AR 700-142 . This identifies planned placement and associated support items of equipment and personnel along with changes to operator and maintainer personnel duty positions by military occupational specialty (MOS), skill level, authorization, and other personnel information.
c. The SKO configuration is managed through the configuration control board (CCB) process and controlled by the SC, based on input from the CBTDEV, MATDEV, PM-SKOT, and other organizations as applicable.
d. A technical data package (TDP) or description for purchase (DFP) is assembled for procurement of a SKO and/or components. The TDP or DFP consists of all applicable technical data, such as plans, drawings and associated lists, specifications, purchase descriptions, standards, models, illustrations, performance requirements, quality assurance provisions, and packing data. An engineering change proposal (ECP) is required to change a currently approved TDP or DFP. Approved ECPs are used to update the TDP or DFP and justify a revised SC.
e. Cataloging actions should be completed prior to the type classification IPR. Type classification depends on the degree of acceptability of a materiel item for Army use. Type classification provides a guide to authorization, procurement, logistical support, and asset readiness reporting in accordance with AR 70-1 .
f. The SKO demands are satisfied from stock or procured on demand based on TAADS listed in the Equipment Release Priority System. Procurement and stockage are managed through the LIW. Army Working Capital Fund (AWCF) SKO is issued based on the BOIP.
g. Reviews and revisions of SKO and their respective SCs should be accomplished as required based on established time requirements (SKO cyclic review) or sooner if determined by the SKO compiler or CBTDEV.
h. Users report publication and training deficiencies; provide comments, suggestions, and recommendations for improvement; maintain SKO components, and exercise property accountability.
a. Most PM-SKOT products have lifetime warranties and replacement capabilities and are supported world-wide through PM-SKOT. The PM-SKOT implemented a Web-based tool replacement and warranty program in May 2005 for tools authorized in SKO. The purpose of this site is the enable the Soldier to obtain high-quality replacement tools that maintain the existing configuration and lifetime warranty of PM-SKOT products at a fair and reasonable price worldwide. User may access the online program by first accessing the PM-SKOT Web site at https://pmskot.army.mil and clicking on the Tool Replacement/Warranty banner. The direct e-mail address is firstname.lastname@example.com .
b. The PM-SKOT Tool Replacement/Warranty Web site allows the user to either file a warranty claim for broken tools under warranty or to order original equipment manufacturer tools to replace those that are missing. Links for tutorials for both processes are located on the PM-SKOT Web site at https://pmskot.army.mil/SKO_Warranty.html .
c. To file a warranty claim, the user accesses the PM-SKOT Tool Replacement/Warranty Online Program available at https://pmskot.army.mil/SKO_Warranty.html. The claim is submitted to the vendor and the Warranty Administrator located at PM-SKOT. The user receives notification that the warranty request is being processed and is given a 15-character claim number. On the basis of the claim circumstances, the PM-SKOT makes a determination as to whether the claim is valid. A valid claim replacement is shipped immediately or the item is backordered and user is given an estimated availability date. Claims initially determined to be invalid may require further investigation and the return of the original item or proof of the warranty claim. If the final determination is made that the claim is invalid, the user is notified and directed to utilize the replacement option in the program.
d. Prior to procuring Class II SKOT, local commanders will contact PM-SKOT with their SKOT requirements to determine if PM-SKOT can supply the item in time to meet user operational tempo needs.
e. Items to be locally purchased rather than replaced by PM-SKOT because of an equipment readiness impact, must be approved by an O-6 commander at a brigade or a brigade equivalent unit. This authority may be delegated no lower than the support battalion commander in brigade combat teams or local G-4s (installation, division, or sustainment brigade support operations officers depending on tactical and geographic locations) in the rank of LTC or supervisory GS-14/YC-3 civilian.
f. To order a replacement tool, the user accesses the PM-SKOT, Tool Replacement/Warranty Online Program available at https://pmskot.army.mil/SKO_Warranty.html . The user orders tools directly from the vendor through a secure Web site using a government purchase card. Replacements can also be requested by contacting PM-SKOT toll free at 1-877-1-PMSKOT (1-877-476-7568) or through e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com .
The SKO Master List located at https://www.logsa.army.mil/sko identifies SKO by LIN, NSN, abbreviated nomenclature, SC number, publication date, CBTDEV, AMC compiler, unit price, SKO density, and so forth. Verifications and reviews should be documented, and space for minimal notes pertinent to the SKO should be included.
a. The majority of data contained in the SKO Master List originates outside LOGSA. Compiling this information serves as a management tool. Cooperation in keeping the master list correct and current is the job of everyone connected with the SKOT program. Specific data in the master list can be verified by calling the PM-SKOT point of contact.
b. The SKO should be deleted from the master list when the SKO is type classification — obsolete (TC-O).
A new SKO should be added by the POC at the PM-SKOT office to the SKO Master List when a LIN and SC number are assigned or when the assemblage is identified as a SKO.
a. The SC review assures that the latest technology and modernization concepts are applied to each SKO to meet the ever-changing mission definition. Initiation of the review may be influenced by any of the following reasons:
(1) Adds capability.
(2) Reduces redundancy of SKO.
(3) Eliminates antiquated and obsolete tools.
(4) Rectifies mission and function deficiencies.
(5) Verifies continuing requirements for SKO.
(6) Makes administrative changes.
(7) Rectifies safety related problems.
(8) Makes technical changes.
(9) Incorporates validated user input.
(10) Meets the SKO review schedule.
(11) Reclassifies SKO as obsolete if the SKO is no longer required.
b. The MATDEV will coordinate a hands-on verification of a SKO that has not been previously fielded.
c. The SKOs pending obsolescence are not eligible for review.
a. The MATDEV, in conjunction with the CBTDEV —
(1) Reviews all initially fielded SKO within the first 12 to 15 months. Periodic reviews, not to exceed 5 years, should be done to determine whether or not the SKO is satisfying its intended mission. The initial review should be onsite with the SKO in use.
(2) Assures necessary SKO procurement and tool set assembly actions are accomplished. Assembly and shipping activities ensure that the latest applicable packing list is overpacked with each AMC supplied SKO and that components in the SKO are compatible with the published SC. If discrepancies are found between the packing list and the published SC, it is the responsibility of the AMC SKO compiler to resolve any/all discrepancies. To avoid discrepancies, compilers should access the components list from supply catalog (SC) 9999-01-SKU.
(3) Assures configuration control in accordance with AR 70-1 is applied. Configuration/drawing changes must have a CCB approved ECP/Notice of Revision (NOR) prior to any changes being made by the assembler. When a component in the SC cannot be obtained, a component substitution may be made provided. The substitute item should not vary in form, fit, and function from the original and not adversely impact user mission. The SKO compiler accomplishes this action. The assembler annotates the packing list to identify both the SC component and the substitute item. The cross-reference list is prepared by the assembly depot, identified as such, printed on bond paper, and attached to the over packed SC. Prior to actual shipment of the SKO, action is initiated to catalog the substitute item being supplied as an authorized substitute in the AMDF.
(4) Verifies the SKO continued requirement and recommends SKO re-type classification actions.
(5) Incorporates the approved SKO review recommendations. This includes the new requirements and capabilities requested by the CBTDEV.
(6) Considers the use of industrial quality tools with warranties as standard or replacement tools during all SKO reviews.
b. The CBTDEV reviews and approves the SKO content and provides documentation for any new SKO requirements and capabilities to the SKO compiler.
a. The SKO compiler identifies the requirement for an administrative review and coordinates with the CBTDEV. Upon agreement that an administrative review is required, the SKO compiler requests input from the CBTDEV and designated field users of the SKO for review, recommendations, and comments. SKO reviews, when practical, should be synchronized with the SKO production schedule. The SKO compiler then consolidates the SKO review data in the form of an ECP or similar type documentation.
b. Recommended changes to an established SKO should be submitted by SKO review data (suggestions, DA Form 2028 , equipment improvement recommendations, SMART, Army Ideas for Excellence Program, and so forth) and be included in the draft ECP compilation.
c. The SKO compiler staffs the SKO review recommendations to the CBTDEV for concurrence or nonconcurrence. The SKO data previously approved by the CBTDEV are not staffed for a second approval but identified to reflect total changes to the SKO configuration.
d. A SKO review results in a decision to revise the current configuration of the SKO and its related SC, declares the SKO obsolete, and rescinds the related SC, or it approves the SKO and its SC without changes.
e. An approved revision to a SKO must be properly documented by the SKO compiler. An ECP that reflects all of the CBTDEV approved SKO component changes should be developed. Whenever configuration changes are made to a SKO, the SKO compiler must ensure that a CCB considers related configuration management, cataloging, supply, procurement, production, quality assurance, and SKO assembly impacts. The CCB approves the ECP and determines the necessary implementation dates to stock, store, and issue the new SKO configuration. The SKO compiler updates all technical data in accordance with approved ECPs.
f. The SKO compiler provides LOGSA with the SC utilizing the LIW, and LOGSA reviews the illustrations and the data elements recorded against the NSNs.
g. Subsequent to scheduled SC publication, CBTDEV-approved recommendations are addressed at the next SKO review by ECP or be included with a NOR in the next SC CD-ROM distribution.
h. Implementation dates for all SKO configuration changes are determined by the CCB. Availability of components should be considered when determining implementation dates for changes with the goal of fielding SKO in the same configuration as the approved ECP. Implementation dates must also include the expected publication date of the new or revised SC.
i. Emergency changes can be made to a SKO and its related SC without a full SKO review. Emergency changes must have concurrence of the CBTDEV. The SKO compiler and PM-SKOT must document the changes. Emergency changes are either safety hazards and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulatory requirements or are to relieve a condition that prevents the user from satisfying the mission. The SKO compiler publishes these changes by electronic means, that is, safety-of-use message, or a maintenance advisory.
The onsite review differs from an administrative review in that personnel from the MATDEV and CBTDEV go onsite at using units to gather the SKO review data. Onsite reviews should not be limited to continental United States locations.
a. When the need for a SKO no longer exists because of consolidation, end-item elimination, or other reasons, action is initiated by the SKO compiler to reclassify the SKO as obsolete in accordance with obsolescence procedures (see app B ).
b. The SKO compiler provides all users with disposition instructions and request TAADS changes in accordance with AR 71-32 .
c. The PM-SKOT coordinates with LOGSA to have a SKO deleted from the SKO Master List when the above has been completed and when DA Pam 25-30 deletion actions have been completed.
a. An SC is a publication that identifies a SKO and its components.
b. An SC is an authorization document that provides the user with supply management information and accountability (hand receipt) procedures.
a. The SC process starts by the PM-SKOT office assigning an SC number.
b. The SC will be prepared in accordance with AR 25-30 .
c. The SC publication will be numbered as follows:
(1) The letters "SC" denote the publication as a supply catalog.
(2) Four succeeding numbers identify the Federal supply classification.
(3) The compiler code follows.
(4) Finally, an alpha character and two numerals identify the catalog sequence number.
d. The SKO compiler, in coordination with the CBTDEV, develops the SC, including requirements for components of the SKO, authorized quantities of each component, and so forth. The SC incorporates the CBTDEV provided requirements and capabilities. The approved SC is prepared using the LOGSA LIW template for SC preparation. New SKO compiler personnel contacts LOGSA to setup the LIW SKO access. Additional information concerning the SKO compiler can be requested at email@example.com .
e. LOGSA ensures the accuracy of the data elements recorded against the NSNs (except as noted below), format, and so forth within the SC. Add the appropriate illustrations from the database; prepare a master CD-ROM of the SCs; and forward them directly to APD. The DA Form 260 print request indicates special distribution to PM-SKOT, the TRADOC proponent schools, LOGSA, and the SKO compiler.
f. The SKO compiler determines when an SC is sent for publishing and distribution. No changes are made to the SC during publication development unless it is approved by the CCB.
g. The SKO compiler may identify a part number and manufacturer's CAGE code to new items when an NSN is not yet assigned and the SC is ready for publication. The manufacturer's part number and CAGE code are identified in the Item Description block in section II of the SC. An NSN assignment is made by the SKO compiler and subsequently incorporated into section II of the SC during the next review of the SC or distribution of next CD-ROM for SC 9999-01-SKO.
a. The PM-SKOT maintains the SKO master data file for supply catalogs.
b. Semiannually, June and December, SC data is consolidated by LOGSA through the compilers' LIW inputs.
c. LOGSA verifies all submissions from the compilers and conduct a final review of CD functions prior to sending a master disc to APD for reproduction and distribution. The SCs are distributed semiannually, as a minimum, via CD-ROM, as SC 9999-01-SKOT, which is also available on the LOGSA Web site.
d. The Consolidated Publication of Components List (EM 0074) should contain all current SCs. Hardcopy (paper) SCs are not available unless generated from the CD-ROM product or accessed from the LOGSA Web site.
a. When a revision is published, a notice of supersession appears on the SC cover. This notice is documented in DA Pam 25-30 to inform SKO users of publications changes.
b. If commodity managers are changed, the gaining SKO compiler supersedes the previous publication.
c. When SKO have been reclassified as obsolete, the SC is rescinded. Care must be exercised to assure all assets have been removed from the field prior to rescinding a publication (see app B ).
DA Pam 25-30 is a valuable aid in controlling the DA SC publication program. DA Pam 25-30 is updated quarterly as part of Initial Distribution Number (IDN) 040803. It identifies the correct catalog number applicable for the user, cross-referencing the SKO by LIN. It verifies the latest publication date and any changes to the original publication. The LIN publication cross-reference identifies and verifies additional publications associated with the SKO by NSN or LIN. The IDN is listed to enable users to update publication account subscriptions. Superseded and rescinded publications are also annotated. The DA pamphlet is published by APD quarterly and changed as required.
a. All individual SCs have been consolidated as separate components lists (CLs) within SC 9999-01-SKO, which is distributed on CD-ROM.
b. Distribution is unlimited and approved for public release.
c. The information on the CD is also available at https://www.logsa.army.mil .
d. Army customers should request CD copies of SC 9999-01-SKO through normal publications channels. To get future changes and revisions to this CD, submit a subscription change requirement using Standard Army Publication System's online system. For details, see DA Pam 25-33 . Include the quantity needed. Units that fail to submit a subscription change requirement do not get future changes and revisions to this CD.
a. Funding requirements are planned, programmed, budgeted, funded, and monitored as an integral part of the SKOT management program. The budget and funding structure is derived from research, development, test, and evaluation; AWCF; Other procurement, Army; operation and maintenance, Army; and procurement appropriation, Army.
b. Program funds and budgets are required for —
(1) Assembly and distribution of initial and subsequent issue of SKO.
(2) Management of the SC publication program.
(3) Verification of new SKO and SC.
(4) Review of existing SKO and SC.
(5) Logistical support.
The PM-SKOT, with input from the DCS, G-4 and AMC, provides cost estimates for SKO modernization and cost of tool load additions. ACOMs/ASCCs/DRUs develop budget estimates for replacement of worn and lost tools. This includes the replacement of the initially issued AWCF SKOs.
The purpose of TIPS is to provide the users an opportunity to recommend changes of tool authorizations, suggest new or improved tools, or address quality assurance issues. This program is also intended to provide easy soldier access and accomplishes this goal by providing a tear-out sheet in PS Magazine biannually.
a. The Program Administrator, CASCOM —
(1) Receives TIPS from the users.
(2) Assigns a control number.
(3) Acknowledges receipt of the TIPS.
(4) Staffs the TIPS with the SKO compiler.
(5) Ensures that TIPS are evaluated and closed out.
b. The SKO compiler —
(1) Staffs the TIPS with the proponent school for evaluation.
(2) Implements those TIPS that are approved.
(3) Provides feedback to the suggestor on the status of TIPS at 30-day intervals until the action has been completed. When approved, TIPS will be evaluated for an award from the SKO compiler in accordance with the AR 5-17 . TIPS will be distributed to other proponents for consideration in Armywide implementation.
c. The TRADOC proponent center and school, or user ACOM/ASCC/DRU for TDA SKO, are accountable for evaluating TIPS within a 90-day suspense. The TRADOC proponent center and school are also accountable for reviewing proposed new tools and changes to requirements or authorized quantities.
d. The GSA, DLA, or AMC LCMCs are accountable for investigating component and tool quality complaints.
Manufacturers seeking sales of tools and/or components should provide a point of contact and a brochure describing features, applications, capabilities, and quality standards to the PM-SKOT. The PM-SKOT evaluates the proposed product using the expedited modernization initiative procedure and then provide a proposal to the appropriate center and school for consideration. If further information is required, a demonstration or sample may be accepted or requested. Under no circumstances will a commitment be established prior to adequate feasibility testing, a requirement being established, a basis of issue determined, and market research to identify additional potential suppliers in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 10.
The LCMC is responsible for development and life cycle management of special tools that accompany end items. The following paragraphs are included in this pamphlet to clarify special tools for Army use. Special tools are —
a. Fabricated tools made from stocked items of bulk material, such as metal bars, sheets, rods, rope, lengths of chain, hasps, fasteners, and so forth. Fabricated tools are drawing number controlled and documented by functional group codes in RPSTLs and located in TMs as appendixes. Fabricated tools are used on a single end item.
b. Tools supplied for military applications only (that is, a cannon tube artillery bore brush, BII) or tools having great military use but having little commercial application.
c. Tools designed to perform a specific task for use on a specific end item or on a specific component of an end item and not available in the common tool load that supports that end item/unit (for example, a spanner wrench used on a specific Ford engine model and on no other engine in the Army inventory).
A tool used for TMDE should not be defined as a special tool. In accordance with AR 750-43 , Army TMDE encompasses equipment and instruments capable of performing one or all functional capabilities involving testing, measuring, and diagnostics and automatic test equipment and test program sets. Army TMDE also includes physical/dimensional and electrical/electronic type instruments and equipment.
A related publication is a source of additional information. The user does not have to read a related publication to understand this pamphlet.
This section contains no entries.
Unless otherwise indicated, DA forms are available on the APD Web site ( www.apd.army.mil ); standard forms (SF) and optional forms (OF) are available on the GSA Web site ( www.gsa.gov ).
B-1. Obsolescence identification
Anyone can identify an SC for TC-O. If the identifier is other than the proponent AMC compiler, the proposal must be sent to that compiler for consideration/processing. This occurs when the need for a SKO no longer exists due to consolidation, end item elimination, or other reasons.
B-2. Item manager concurrence
If the compiler considers the SC as being a valid TC-O candidate, the item manager proceeds to send an electronic mail request to the proponent TRADOC school to obsolete subject SC. The request identifies the SC (by SC number, nomenclature, NSN, and LIN) and requests concurrence of obsolescence of subject catalog.
B-3. Proponent school concurrence
If the center and school (CBTDEV) concur with the obsolescence, the center and school-Write a concurrence with this action and purge all requirements documents (TOEs). Recommend change to the TOE to U.S. Army Force Management Support Activity (USAFMSA) (either by DA Form 2028 or e-mail) to reflect the obsolescence. USAFMSA does actual update of subject MTOE/TOE. Send e-mail to requesting AMC LCMC stating that the school concurs and that the MTOE/TOE records have been changed to reflect the obsolescence. Additionally, the center and school must ensure that the deletion of the SC does not affect the mission of the related MOS. When the SKO is TC-O, the MATDEV provides all users with disposition instructions. The TAADS are updated in accordance with AR 71-32 .
B-4. Proponent school nonconcurrence
If the proponent center and school do not concur, a justification is prepared by the center and school and sent to the requesting command for action. No further action will be taken.
B-5. Postconcurrence duties
After concurrence has been received from the center and school, the item manager sends an e-mail to USAFMSA requesting obsolescence. The request identifies the SC (by nomenclature, NSN, and LIN) as being a candidate for TC-O and requests that a LIN analysis be conducted to determine whether any valid user authorizations and requirements exist.
B-6. Final obsolescence procedures
If USAFMSA indicates that the item has been removed from all authorization and requirements documents, or that the item is not listed in these documents, the item manager requests the item's CCB chairperson/weapon system manager to host an IPR for the expressed purpose of achieving item TC-O. At this time, the SKO compiler initiates actions to delete components from automated records and show end article applications as "PZ." If USAFMSA indicates the item is still on authorization or requirements documents, a list of those MTOE/TOE/TDA units is provided to the item manager for resolution. If the IPR proceeds to achieve TC-O for the item, the item manager works with the CCB chairperson/weapon system manager and other organizations as required, to assure a materiel status record (MSR) is prepared in accordance with DA Pam 70-3 and is processed to AMC LOGSA. After a LIN search, LOGSA assigns a "drop dead" date for the LIN to be removed from SB 700-20. At the same time, the MSR is processed to LOGSA, the SKO compiler must provide notification of rescission to the PM-SKOT office. The SKO compiler notifies the appropriate TRADOC center and school of the final rescission. The TRADOC center and school must ensure that any tasks within the school program of instruction that are related to the specified SC are removed. Concurrently, the SKO compiler notifies PM-SKOT that the SC has been rendered obsolete and can be removed from the SKO Master List.
C-1. Purpose
Remarks codes (see table C-1 ) are peculiar to supply catalogs. They are used to provide special information about a component within a specific SKO.
C-2. Changes
The remarks codes assigned to a component may change if the component is in a different SKO.
|Note 01
|Item is a radioactive commodity and will be handled per item manager instruction.
|Note 02
|Use current NSN until stock is exhausted, then order NSN (number).
|Note 03
|Use current NSN until stock is unserviceable, then order NSN (number).
|Note 04
|This item has a limited shelf life. Refer to AMDF for code.
|Note 05
|SKO unit of issue differs from AMDF unit of issue. Use AMDF when ordering item.
|Note 06
|This item is to be used with (enter parent component and NSN).
|Note 07
|This item was previously authorized as a component of LIN (number), SC (number), (SKO title).
|Note 08
|Illustration is not provided because (state reason).
|Note 09
|Fabricate item in accordance with appendix.
|Note 10
|The quantity authorized for this item may be increased for use with (enter item name and NSN) when authorized by the commanding officer.
|Note 11
|Replacement components for this item may or may not be assigned NSN, because different/several manufacturers supply this item. Replacement parts are not interchangeable between manufacturers and must be ordered from the manufacturer of the item.
|Note 12
|Batteries are not packed, stored or shipped in equipment because of limited shelf life. Requisition batteries separately from U.S. Army Communication Electronics Command.
|Note 13
|Item will be issued in one continuous length.
|Note 14
|Users having or supporting (enter name or model number of authorized end item) are authorized (quantity) on a basis of (enter basis of issue).
|Note 15
|Reference TM (enter TM number and title).
|Note 16
|This item is not initially issued as a component of the SKO. The item may be requisitioned "as required" when authorized by the commanding officer.
|Note 17
|The initial issue of this SKO will contain unfilled cylinders. Cylinders will be filled at local levels using (enter name of gas and NSN (number)).
|Note 18
|These subset components are not separately supplied, therefore, NSN is not assigned.
|Note 19
|This item has been deleted from this SKO. Item is to be retained and accountability to be maintained per separate instructions.
|Note 20
|This item is an industrial quality tool. Item has a (lifetime, limited, or none) warranty.
|Note 21
|This is a consumable item, nonaccountable on hand receipt, issued with the tool set, quantities on hand established by owning unit.
|Note 22
|This is a consumable item, nonaccountable on hand receipt, not issued with the tool set, quantity established by gaining unit.
|Note 23
|Use NSN (replaced stock number) until unserviceable, then replace with this NSN.
|Note 24
|The following remarks codes apply: (applicable remark code numbers).
|Note 25
|This is TMDE. Periodic calibration may be required. Consult local TMDE support activity for requirements.
additional authorizations list
Army Command
U.S. Army Materiel Command
Army Master Data File
Army Publishing Directorate
Army regulation
Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology
Army Service Component Command
Army working capital fund
basic issue item
basis-of-issue plan
commercial and Government entity
Combined Arms Support Command
combat developer
configuration control board
compact disc/read-only memory
component list
commodity manager code
common tables of allowances
Department of the Army
Deputy Chief of Staff, G-4
description for purchase
Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Direct Reporting Unit
engineering change proposal
Federal Acquisition Regulation
U.S. Army Forces Command
General Services Administration
integrated concept team
initial distribution number
in-process review
industrial quality
joint table of allowances
life cycle management command
line item number
logistics information warehouse
Logistics Support Activity
materiel developer
military occupational specialty
materiel status record
modification table of organization and equipment
nondevelopmental item
notice of revision
national stock number
program executive officer
program manager
point of contact
qualitative and quantitative personnel requirements information
repair parts and special tools list
supply bulletin
supply catalog
sets, kits, and outfits
sets, kits, outfits, and tools
supply and maintenance assessment and review team
The Army Authorization Documents System
type classification-obsolete
tables of distribution and allowances
technical data package
Tool Improvement Program suggestions
technical manual
test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment
table of organization and equipment
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
U.S. Army Force Management Support Activity
Army tool
A powered or hand operated instrument, implement, utensil, device, or machine used in diagnosing, making operating adjustments, and performing damage or fault repair and preventive maintenance of Army materiel.
Army working capital fund
A fund established to finance and hold inventory or operate industrial type facilities. Inventory or services are sold to customers with proceeds deposited back into the fund becoming available to finance more inventory or services.
Normally an LCMC of the MATDEV. Compilers execute SKOT development, type classification, testing, production, and fielding. Compilers develop SCs in accordance with SKOT requirements identified by the CBTDEV.
Form, fit, and function
The physical and functional characteristics of an item as an entity but not including any characteristics of the elements making up the item.
An assembly of tools/components in a small pouch or box, designed for use of and carried by an individual or crew, type classified with a unit of issue of kit.
An assemblage of tools or equipment, type classified, assigned a LIN, with a unit of issue of outfit; may include separately type classified items as a component such as; pneumatic tool and compressor outfit, water purification outfit, tool outfit hydraulic systems repair, and tool outfit pioneer portable electric tools.
A collection of tools/components used by a group, section, squad, platoon or unit usually supplemented by tool kits to perform an organizational mission, type classified, assigned a LIN, with a unit of issue of set.
Supply catalog (SC)
A supply catalog is a DA publication intended to provide the Army user the identification of a SKO and its components. It also provides the user supply management data and an accountability aid.
State of the art
Adoption of tools that specifically satisfy Army needs (are battlefield supportable) and are more efficient, reduce labor, improve quality of work, minimize training requirements, and enhance mobility standards.
Used with but not part of
Major end items of an SKO identified by a separate LIN for authorization and reporting purposes. The items that are required to power or support the SKO are included in TOE, MTOE, and TDA under separate LINs. Proponents of SCs for SKOs normally identify the items with a note "Used with but not part of." In addition, the SC will include the necessary guidance for issue of the items to satisfy the International Logistics Program.


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I'm trying to understand how does multi-core systems work and how to program efficient programs for systems with many cores. I know this is very hard topic but i'm very interested in fastest solutions possible.
First of all, i'm trying to understand how does threading work. It's obvious, that in most cases multithreading can increase the performance dramatically. According to this page, this is how multithreading work:
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Far from the state-of-the-art medical facilities available in the United States, many brain surgeons in developing countries look to their smartphones for guidance. The phones have started to fulfill this role, in part, thanks to the thousands of 3-D brain images, produced by Dr. Albert Rhoton at the University of Florida, that are freely available online.
"I've had young surgeons from Africa, Brazil and other countries tell me they're pulling the images into the operating room" and using them during surgery, said Rhoton, head of the Neuro-Microanatomy Lab at the University of Florida's McKnight Brain Institute.
From its beginnings as a training tool for surgical residents, the doctor's image library has grown into the world's largest collection of 3-D brain images. Physicians across the globe now use the detailed anatomical images to train residents, prepare for surgeries and even guide them when performing surgery. [Gallery: See the Amazing 3-D Images of the Human Brain]
The images are "our small contribution to making what is a delicate, awesome experience for neurosurgery patients more accurate, gentler and safer," Rhoton told LiveScience.
Rhoton has collected images of brain anatomy for as long as he's been teaching surgery — 50 years — and began moving to 3D technology 25 years ago. Only recently, however, did he realize how smartphones and online download venues could expand the reach of his educational tools. Two and a half years ago, Rhoton and his colleagues began working with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) to make the brain images and videos available on iTunes University — all at no cost.
Even before the iTunes U venture, Rhoton had shared his brain images with hospitals and universities as a visiting instructor. "I've always given these images to those who wanted to use them," he said, "in the hopes that they would help some patient I'll never know and never meet."
The guides show the detailed structures of various sections of the brain, with blood vessels and nerves color-coded in bright red and blue. The colors make the details of neural anatomy much clearer than in the normal, grayish brain matter.
Rhoton and the residents he instructs have built up the library over decades, performing careful dissections and transferring the images they obtain to 3-D photography and video. The iTunes U content is engineered to be usable across device platforms, from iPhones to laptops to 3-D television.


text: AIDS HIV Alliance To Host LGBTQ Health Fair By Desmond O'Boyle & and Amanda Butt • Feb 28, 2014 Even though progress has been made in the fight against AIDS, the disease still requires continued education. Saturday, the HIV Alliance is holding a health fair aimed at addressing the specific needs of the LGBTQ community. Lane County Health and Human Services Spokesman Jason Davis says even though advances have been made to fight the disease, it's still serious. Davis: "There still is no cure and individuals can still and should still engage themselves in preventative practices to avoid the circumstance all-together." World AIDS Day Events Planned For Sunday By Karen Richards • Nov 29, 2013 World AIDS Day HIV / AIDS was once a high-profile communicable disease. Due in part to effective medications, it has fallen in the public's awareness. Sunday's "World AIDS Day" hopes to renew focus on HIV. World AIDS Day was established in 1988, at the height of the epidemic. Now, the deadly condition can be managed and those infected can live full lives. However, because it's not in the spotlight, fewer people are being tested. Susan McCreedy is the Deschutes County Health Educator. She says she's been shocked by a surge of new AIDS diagnoses in the past five years.


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People to spend a lot of real money on a lot of virtual goods this holiday season, study says
Elastic Path Software, a Vancouver-based tech company, released a research paper today entitled, "Virtual Goods Mean Real Money This Holiday." The paper reveals that attracting the digital goods consumer will equate to big business this holiday season.
According to the data, 20% of shoppers to spend less this holiday season than they did last year with just 15% to spend more. But 30% of digital goods shoppers plan to spend more on all gifts—digital and physical—with only 13% to spend less. Now that's a very tangible silver lining. Furthermore, consumers pursuing digital goods also boast an average of $440—a full 40% more than their non-digital counterparts.
The handy thing about digital goods is convenience is that they can be bought on Christmas Eve and still ready in time for the special morning. There's no hectic parking lots to contend with and crazed shoppers in lengthy lines. 29% of digital goods shoppers cite last-minute, instant-delivery purchases as the top convenience, while 24% simply like the fact they're faster and easier to purchase. 22% love the lack of shipping charges and 19% are happiest that they don't need to wrap anything.
So what digital goods do people want? 11% are interested in ebooks and the same amount are interested in music, with 10% wanting mobile apps and 8% wanting games.
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Held in the heart of downtown Los Angeles at the beautiful Japanese American National Museum Theater (The Tateuchi Democracy Forum), the COMEDY NINJA Film and Screenplay Festival will be a golden opportunity for funny filmmakers to network with industry insiders as their laugh out loud work is shown up on the big screen to an appreciative audience. Mark your calendar for the COMEDY NINJA Film and Screenplay Festival, May 30-June 1, 2014!
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From Bambi to Obamacare… When compassion requires death
Earlier this week I was driving back from the gym around dawn when I saw a deer flailing about in a ditch on the side of the road. I thought it might have been stuck and stopped to see if I could help. As I approached him it became clear that he was not stuck, but had been hit and his legs were broken and | Read More »


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Kyde Kelly (99) accepted a position as a Staff Attorney for Presiding Judge Mary DeGenaro at the Seventh District Court of Appeals in Youngstown Ohio. The Ohio Seventh District Court of Appeals is one of twelve districts in Ohio and includes eight counties and their court systems. The counties consist of: Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Harrison, Jefferson, Mahoning, Monroe, and Noble. Attorney Kelly also graduated from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (02) and resides with her family in East Liverpool, Ohio.
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Coal Gasification Could Unlock Coal's Future
The future of coal generation is about two months away. That's when Duke Energy will fire up its 618-megawatt coal gasification plant in Indiana, which can also run on natural gas. While the project has endured cost overruns and heavy criticism, the company says that it will be clean, efficient -- and well worth it.
Coal has come to a fork in the road: Relying on the older, less efficient plants is now a war-torn path that has been beaten down by a heavy stream of regulations and a flood of newfound shale-gas. Betting on the future means making investments in new technologies that are able to burn coal more efficiently.
Duke Energy's coal fleet is among the oldest in the country. It is replacing most of that with combined cycle natural gas plants, which release about half the emissions as coal and which are relatively painless to permit. At the same time, natural gas prices are comparable to those of coal, right now.
However, if natural gas prices rise because of the added industrial demand -- and they will -- utilities will need to be diversified. Duke's thinking: Indiana has a plethora of coal reserves, which if used in combination with emerging coal generation technologies, can be as clean as natural gas.
"We have chosen to build this integrated coal gasification technology because this is a more acceptable way to burn coal," says Lew Middleton, a spokesperson for Duke Energy. "This allows us to take advantage of a relatively inexpensive and abundant resource right here in Indiana."
The major obstacle along the way has been the huge price tag. Back when the idea was first proposed in 2007, it was to tally about $1.9 billion. But it has now racked up about $3.5 billion in bills, with the cost generally split between the public and private sectors. Customers' monthly rates will also rise to defray the expenses. Middleton says that the initial estimates jumped because the price of raw materials has risen: steel, concrete and wires.
Turning coal into natural gas has a long history. But doing so at commercial scale and then selling that power into the retail electricity markets is a new thing. Duke's Indiana plant, meanwhile, has the potential to capture and bury carbon dioxide.
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Could Duke's venture become a harbinger of things to come? Because of the utility's access to Indiana coal, it fits with Duke's goals, says Middleton, who adds that this plant is expected to become the company's most efficient means of generating electricity.
However, each region of the country has different attributes and they would need to make their own economic evaluations, he says. Some areas, in fact, are considering these investments, although high upfront costs and environmental opposition are issues in certain places.
Consider: Power plant developer Tenaska proposed a coal gasification facility in Illinois, arguing it was a 40-year endeavor. But after fighting green groups determined to thwart a coal plant and Exelon Corp. that opposed the public subsidies, it relented. Tenaska, instead, will build a natural gas unit that it says could later be modified to gasify coal.
"It makes absolutely no sense to take coal and make synthetic natural gas out of it," says Paul Grimmer, chief executive of Eltron Research in Boulder, Colo. "The processes are too expensive. But if you see a huge run-up in natural gas, it may then make sense."
How does coal gasification work? It removes the sulfur dioxide, mercury and carbon dioxide from the "syngas" before it is combusted. And because the "syngas" is cleaner than raw coal, lower quantities of nitrogen oxide and particulate matter are produced during the combustion or burning process. The carbon is more concentrated, which makes it easier to capture.
All the potential developments come with a price tag. But if fewer tonnages of coal are burned, the economic and environmental values will add up and become clearer. For each unit of coal that is input into the coal gasification system, 60 percent of it is supposed to come out as pure energy. That is compared to about 35 percent for a traditional pulverized coal plant.
FutureGen, in which the U.S. of Department of Energy is providing $1.1 billion, or 80 percent of the necessary funds, is another coal gasification project in Illinois. It is expected to be 200 megawatts. The plan is to use oxygen to help burn the coal in such a way that is would nearly eliminate many harmful emissions. The plant would also help concentrate the carbon so that it could be captured.
Coal gasification comes with risks. But diversifying the nation's electric generation is prudent and it's something that would hedge against gyrating natural gas prices.
EnergyBiz Insider has been awarded the Gold for Original Web Commentary presented by the American Society of Business Press Editors. The column is also the Winner of the 2011 Online Column category awarded by Media Industry News, MIN. Ken Silverstein has been honored as one of MIN's Most Intriguing People in Media.
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Loss of Tax Credits Could Doom Projects
The future of coal gasification will be likely in doubt if US Representative Mike Pompeo, R-Kansas is successful with his proposed legislation HR 259: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113hr259ih/pdf/BILLS-113hr259ih.pdf
The Energy Freedom and Prosperity Act would eliminate Section 48 & 49 tax credits along with other non-oil and gas subsidies.
The legislation does not eliminate the intangible Drilling Cost and Percentage Depletion subsidies for oil and gas, along with several other unique tax provisions the industry receives.
IGCC efficiency
I have to agree with the previous commentor who questioned the efficiency 60% for IGCC power plants. The efficiency of combined cycled gas turbine plants running on natural gas have reached 60 to 61% LHV or roughly 54% HHV. The efficiency of supercritical pulverized coal is about 41% LHV but is very nearly the same in HHV as coal is predominantly carbon. Ultra-supercritical is a bit higher.
IGCC plants utilize air from the gas turbine compressor as the O2 source for the gasifier. The result after cleanup of the gas is generally a mix of N2, CO, H2, CH4, and a bit of CO2. The gasification process uses up energy due to boosting the air pressure or product gas pressure, gas cleanup, and heat losses in the process. In a report to ERCOT, IHS CERA put the efficiency of IGCC at 40.6%. If one takes the process still further to convert all the CO to CO2 and CH4 so the CO2 can be captured, one introduces still more losses in the system so the efficiency drops even farther.
Coal Gasification Can't Work Without Coal
Ken--Please check your facts on coal.
Indiana does not actually have a "plethora" of coal--but they do have some of the country's highest coal costs.
I expect Energy Biz Insider to provide more thoughtful analysis (and not just echo the utilities) as we work to get our country repowered for this century.
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In the wrong hands, corporate America's favorite presentation software is less a productivity tool and more cruel and unusual punishment. Anyone who's ever sat through an 80-slide-long presentation on an initiative that could have easily been summed up in a three-paragraph email knows what we're talking about.
Fortunately, getting better at giving PowerPoint presentations is less about becoming a power user, and more about observing a few simple guidelines. Jesse Desjardins's hilarious presentation "You Suck at Powerpoint!" explains why.
Here are a few of the many reasons you might have trouble giving a presentation:
1. You offer too much information on every slide.
Repeat after us, "The PowerPoint is not my script. The PowerPoint is not my script." Or, as Desjardin puts it, "If you're going to put word for word what you're going to say, hand over the slides and take a seat instead."
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For an example of how to include visuals in your presentation, you can't do better than to look at the actual "You Suck at PowerPoint" presentation itself. Even when there are no visual representations of data to be had, Desjardin peppers his slides with amusingly retro images of horrified housewives and punch-drunk boxers. It's just more entertaining for the audience if they have something to look at.
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Visuals are good, but skip the boring stock photos, amateurish animations, and cartoony fonts. If you're not a design person, don't panic. You can learn a lot of what you need to know by analyzing your favorite presentations. (You know, the ones that didn't put you to sleep.)
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Most PowerPoints are put together on the fly, which is fine, if you're an old pro. If you only deliver a presentation once a quarter, though, you need to give yourself time to remember all the things you forgot since the last time you did this. And no matter how experienced you are at using the software, you should leave yourself plenty of time to practice actually delivering the presentation. Everyone needs to time to get comfortable with their talking points.
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We just watched the A-Rod press conference, and we're pretty sure ESPN reporters/anchors are dense, and A-Rod mis-planned his agenda a bit.
Some bullet-pointed thoughts:
1) "Bole" is clearly the Dominican slang for Primobolan. No doubt the media thinks this is like a secret street drug, however. Please someone help them clear this up.
2) Primo is the American slang. Not bolle, bolay, boli, or other such steroid slang nonsense.
3) We know these things because as you well know, we love everything steroids and HGH have to offer. They make you big and strong – that's so cool. Plus, needles!!! Yay!
4) You don't buy it "on the streets". You can buy that over-the-counter in pharmacies down there, and it's totally legal.
5) Ripped Fuel (a.k.a Rip Fuel) is an ephedra-based fat burner sold by Twin Labs, and it's still produced, minus the ephedrine. You can still get the original if you're clever.
6) Ripped Fuel (the old version) works. We miss having it readily available.
7) A-Rod wants us to think he was the most naive 24-year old on Earth. Sorry but that excuse doesn't fly with us!!! If he took it when he was 16, we'd probably buy his version of events. We simply can't accept that someone who had been in pro baseball for six years was clueless as to what he was doing. Especially someone as obviously intelligent and savvy as Alex Rodriguez. Come on… he was banging Madonna for Christ's sake!
8.) Manny Ramirez could sell the 'young & naive' excuse… not A-Rod.
9) We did appreciate the fact that he sat up there and took questions, and wants to leave it behind him. He was pretty frank in many respects, and came off as very human. So go forth and continue on with your baseballing Mr. Rodriguez.
Overall, we wrote this entire post for point #1, because somewhere right now as we speak there are any number of journalists pumping out 1000-word columns about how aghast and offended they are by the "illegal street steroid bole", crafting awkward metaphors about Alex Rodriguez in the back alleys of the Dominican.
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Jak is back in another action-packed adventure, but he's not the same. In Jak II, experiments with Dark Eco gone wrong leave Jak with an uncontrollable dark side, and after two years in prison, Jak seeks vengeance. Accompanied by your trusty friend Daxter, unleash the dark powers on multiple enemies and witness amazing transformations. Armed with powerful weapons, a high-tech jetboard, an impenetrable mech suit, and a number of vehicles at your disposal, you have no excuse for failure.
"The gameplay is rewarding, the story twists and turns more than you'd expect from a game like this, and everything comes together to produce one of the best-looking, best-playing games on the PS2 so far."
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"Of course, the story is what drives this game forward, but it's the perfect blend of platforming elements and action-shooting that are so good, feel so right -- and with guns that feel so good -- that in the end, I don't give a damn what genre this game actually falls under."
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Stayed in stayed...the "directional" argument is nonsense. The judge will reiterate the stay unless there is some reason to lift it. Staying the case means it cannot go forward. Usually a fee dispute is reserved until after the case, but there may be a reason why it is necessary here.
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Thank you. The reason for the fee dispute now is that after over 2 1/2 yrs in what I thought was a positive attorney/client relationship during my divorce and already paying $263,000, my attorneys wrote me a letter stating their withdrawal and that my balance of $52,000 was to be paid in full. I attempted to resolve this matter the way the NV State Bar Assoc recommended: make an appointment, go talk to you attorneys and tell them of your concerns. I did that last Oct '07 and they charged me over $2,000 for the visit. Then the withdrawal letter came and an Attorney's Lien and for Judgment. I had no where to turn but the NV State Bar Fee Dispute Arbittation Committee. They had me get the Attorney's Lien Matter "Stayed" in Family Court so that they could then have jurisdiction. I am doing this all "in proper person" because I am broke, and my divorce case goes unresolved and the attorneys hold all my case filings and documents, evidence and personsal papers, hostage! That is why I must resort to online help and a couple of paralegals and attorneys in Reno who know what is going on and are outraged try to help me with some advice and recommendations.
That is why there is a FEE DISPUTE even before the case is closed. I would only like, at this point, to get enough of the divorce case resolved so that I can go to the District Attorney's Office and activate a case with them so that they can fight to help me collect child support, health insurance for the children that was to be paid, 50% out-of-pocket medical expenses, and alimony. But with this ongoing battle with my own attorneys, whom I trusted with my life and all that I had, I cannot begin to finalize my divorce with my files held hostage and being left in financial ruin.
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Around the 2012 Olympics and its host city with journalists from The Associated Press bringing the flavor and details of the games to you:
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Among Wednesday's Olympic torch carriers through the streets of London: Rupert Grint, who played Harry Potter's faithful friend Ron Weasley in the Potter movies.
Grint, 23, will be carrying the torch briefly at Middlesex University shortly after lunch.
-Danica Kirka – Twitter http://twitter.com/danicakirka
Wednesday marks the first day that London's usually aggressive drivers have to respect the unpopular "Games Lanes" – known informally as Zil lanes, after the Russian limos – or face a stiff fine.
There were fears of massive tie-ups as two-lane motorways were effectively cut in half to make way for the "Olympic family" vehicles allowed to use the special lanes, so many commuters seem to have switched to public transport to avoid the hassle.
On the A40 highway into central London, rush hour traffic was lighter than usual, and the Zil lane was completely empty save for a few black BMWs and a couple of truck drivers who didn't seem to have got the message.
As the road spilled onto Marylebone Road near Madame Tussauds wax museum, a large electronic sign told motorists they were free to use the Games Lanes at that point, but few ventured over the imposing double-width, solid line painted on the roadway for the Olympics period – despite the reassurances, they were apparently afraid that London's ubiquitous traffic cameras would cause them to be fined.
Eventually, as traffic slowed and a second sign said all lanes were open, drivers crossed the line and normal traffic patterns resumed.
-Greg Katz – Twitter http://twitter.com/Gregory-P-Katz
EDITOR'S NOTE – "Eyes on London" shows you the Olympics through the eyes of Associated Press journalists across the 2012 Olympic city and around the world. Follow them on Twitter where available with the handles listed after each item.