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Iaf Case Study On Decision Making: Ram Powru
Iaf Case Study On Decision Making: Ram Powru
Iaf Case Study On Decision Making: Ram Powru
ON DECISION MAKING
Ram Powru
FORCE PROJECTION
➤ MMRCA Tender
➤ 6 global bids received
➤ $12 billion budget for 126 aircrafts
➤ Transfer of technology, AESA radar,
latest weapons and offset conditions
applied
➤ Technical evaluation done on 2010
THE 6 BIDS
Saab, Sweden 1x GE414 Raven (u/d) 1.06 Mach 2.0 $50mn 6tn
(98 kN)
COMPETITIVE OFFERS
➤ Strategic relationship
➤ Help in indigenous LCA project
➤ Reliability of imported supplies
➤ Benefits to local industry
➤ Transparency in the award of contract
➤ Opposition in the Parliament
➤ War and defence planning
➤ Total Cost of Operation
INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
➤ Russia – old and reliable ally since the Soviet era, has supplied majority
of India’s aircrafts, warships, submarines, tanks and small arms. A
former super- power, now an emerging economy with veto power.
➤ USA – Strategic partnership with India post 9/11, has supplied
transport aircrafts, civilian nuclear reactor and helicopters. Global
power with allies in Europe and Asia.
➤ Europe – Increasing trade relations; has supplied trainer and fighter
aircrafts. Neutral stand on world affairs.