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The RAND assessment of the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) highlights the effectiveness of its workforce modeling in informing staffing and budget decisions. As of March 2025, DCMA employs nearly 10,000 civilians and manages about 300,000 contracts worth approximately $5.9 trillion.

The agency has developed an Integrated Resource Workload Model (IRWM) to improve manpower and workload modeling. The assessment identifies the need for a structured approach to prioritize model improvements and enhance communication among stakeholders to ensure trust and collaboration. Recommendations include improving documentation and leveraging the IRWM for better decision-making.