Wednesday, June 27, 2007

England Highlights Need for Less Structure, Right People

By John J. Kruzel
American Forces Press Service

WASHINGTON, June 26, 2007 – “Less is better” when it comes to managing the Defense Department, the deputy secretary of defense told the House Armed Services Committee today during a hearing aimed at improving the department’s management.

Gordon England said he would "much rather have a high degree of flexibility in the department for both the secretary and the deputy to have an adaptable organization," rather than one that is overly structured.

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