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CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3
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September 30, 1987
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MISC
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Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB03 DDA/OL/P&PD ohjective Statement: us iDle Officer: ignificant Funding mount: 0?e lie, Ending: 30 Sept 87 SECRET OFFICE LEVEL MENT OF A PRINIING AND PHOTOGRAPHY ADvIsOkY GROUP (PPAG). FY 8/ ACTION PLANNED DETERMINE IHE COMPOSITION OF THE PPAG. SELECT/ELECT PPAG CHAIRPERSON. PREPARE AND SUBMIT THE INITIAL PPAG AGENDA TO P8.PD MANAGEMENT.' THIS AGENDA WILL INCLUDE PPAG RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING THE SCOPE, SCHEDULE, AND GENERAL DIRECTION OF PPAG. CONDUCT THE INITIAL PPAG/P&PD MANAGEMENT MEETING TO ESTABLISH PPAG'S SCOPE, SCHEDULE, AND DIRECTION. CONDUCT MEETINGS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ESTABLISHED SCHEDULE. b. PPAG AND P&PD MANAGEMENT INDEPENDENTLY PREPARE EVALUATIONS OF PPAG FOR SUBMISSION TO FHE D/L. Quarter 1 OCT NOV DEC OX OX OX SECRET OX Quarter 2 JAN FEB MAR OX OX OX GROUP B 0 - Scheduled X - Actual Quarter 3 APR MAY JUN OX OX OX Quarter 4 JUL AUG SEP OK Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OA OX Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Establishment of a Printing and Photography Advisory Group (PPAG). I. Activity This Period: This objective was completed as scheduled. The three fourth quarter meetings were held and both PPAG members and P&PD management performed evaluations of PPAG for submission to the D/L (copy attached). Subjects discussed during the fourth quarter meetings included the reiteration of lunch and work break policy, perceived misrepresentation of P&PD production capabilities and methods to encourage customer acceptance of 35mm slides (vice vugraphs) as the preferred presentations medium. II. Problems Encountered: None. III. Plans for Next Period: None, objective completed as scheduled. - Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MEMORANDUM FOR: Director of Logistics Chief, Printing an Photography Division, OL FROM: SUBJECT: REFERENCE: 22 September 1987 Evaluation of the Printing and Photography Advisory Group Memo to D/L, dated 8/20/87, same subject 1. The final milestone of P&PD's FY 1987 objective to establish a Printing and Photography Advisory Group (PPAG) is the submission to you of this evaluation of PPAG. 2. PPAG was established to facilitate greater participation by first line supervisors in the management of P&PD, and to provide a direct line of communication between these supervisors and P&PD's senior managers. I believe both of these goals have been met. As noted in the reference a broad range of topics were addressed by PPAG. Problems as diverse as leave abuse and vugraph production were discussed. And although the tangible benefits of these discussions were admittedly limited, several less concrete things were accomplished. The development of a closer relationship between the printing and the photographic elements of P&PD came about, a real sense of participatory management was fostered, and a better understanding of division and office policies and issues resulted. 3. In view of the above and the more positive than negative tone of the reference, I intend to continue with PPAG, and attempt to broaden its role through the assignment of specific tasks relating to production methods, training, and personnel utilization. 25X1 25X1 1 / Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 20 August 1987 MEMORANDUM FOR: VIA: FROM: SUBJECT: John M. Ray, Director of Logistics OL 25X1 25X1 Chief, Printing and Photography Division, OL Chairman of PPAG of the Printing and Advisory Group (PPAG) Review and Evaluation Photography Divisions I. Introduction: This report is written to summarize one years performance of the Printing and Photography Divisions Advisory Group (PPAG). This new advisory group was formed in compliance with the Office of Logistics MBO (FY-87) II. Background: Serving as an advisory council to the Chief, Printing and Photography Division (P&PD), PPAG's membership was restricted to top line management from both the Printing and Photot: cia ponents of the Division. Currently, there are from all three shifts. In monthly meetings with e P&PD, DC/P&PD and Division production manager, an agenda of current topics or problems was presented. The views voiced were generally a consensus of this layer of management. Procedural standards were followed which allowed for senior P&PD management to question and reply to our proposals and in turn provide new topics for PPAG to explore and assess at a future meeting. In PPAG exploratory committee meetings, many subjects and ideas of lesser substance were discussed but were not presented to management in a formal session. The following list, however, identifies topics that were discussed in formal PPAG meetings. They are representative of PPAG's endeavors. 1. Misrepresentation by management of P&PD's 25X1 - Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 production capabilities to customers and visitors. 2. JPRS paper problems. 3. Division leave abuses and problems. 4. Recommendation and study of a new enlarged printing quality control program. 5. Recommendation of a training program for division planners. 6. Summer only employees placement and involvment in production. 7. Critique of divisions policy of starting and quitting times and the termination of breaks. 8. Suggested work hour changes for the composition section. (Prepress) 9. Review of the Division vugraph production requirements. 10. Review of P&PD's Career Counseling. 11. Proposed change in daily production meeting to allow 20's to attend. 12. Divisions new policy management rotations. 13. Loss of line personnel and its impact on production. 14. Possible Branch management changes. III. PPAG Independent 12-month Review: A. Positive Comments: 1. Career Enhancement The staff experience provided by PPAG enabled members to participate in learning experiences. Committee work, outside field trips, and particularly the first hand exposure to the inter-working relationships theory philosophies, and candid revelations of P&PD's senior A / Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 management in intimate office surroundings were excellent career stimulus. ? 2. Tangible Accomplishments There were only two tangible accomplishments resulting from PPAG initiatives. A new quality control program was a major PPAG project. Stemming from a quality circles suggestion, PPAG devoted Six weeks for trade input, research, and refinement before presenting our findings and recommendations. The quality control program package has .been given to P&PD's System Staff for final analysis. The program, if adopted, may be incorporated in OL's reorganization plans. Secondly, 20% printing line supervisors are meeting daily at 0730 with P&PD with P&PD's Planning Chief for a production status update. This PPAG suggestion has been popularly received. 3. Unity Established Among PPAG Members The membership of PPAG is very diversified and representative of the various trade crafts and processing specialists that are the main body of P&PD. PPAG members cooperated and developed a harmonious active Advisor Group. Unity was established as we found overlap in many areas of P&PD employment. We undertook our obligation with great resolve. B. Negative Comments: The lack of more tangible results from PPAG proposals etc. is our biggest disappointment. This is tempered with the realization that staff studies, proposed policy changes, and new initiatives require fair time intervals to act upon. Although a few topics were offered from senior management PPAG was receptive to more project tasks from that source. A 50/50 compromise on agenda subjects seems fair. The exclusion of the branch Chief level proved awkward as many suggestions from PPAG unavoidably concerned Branch equipment or policy changes. Without the presende of line Branch Chiefs, these matters were relatively impotent. IV. Recommendations: Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Active PPAG members in complete accord recommend that PPAG not totally be disbanded. We accepted CL's directive that formed PPAG in the fall of 1986. We have worked hard at maintaining the momentum and have benefitted by the associations. A core of line managers and supervisors ahas been established that can serve in an advisory capacity for P&PD's Division Chief and subordinates. We also recommend that if continued, PPAG meet bi-monthly. The agenda responsibility would be alternated each meeting. ? Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB04 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 GROUP B Otic. DDA/OL/P&PD Oujective Statement: Responsible Officer: SECRET DIRECTORATE LEVEL IMPLEMENT 'CO PUTER-TO-PLATE' CONCEPT OF DIGITAL PREPRESS SYSTEM Siynificant Funaing Amount: Quarter Enoing: 30 Sept 87 FY 87 ACTION PLANNED L DtlERMINE CURRENT STATUS OF DIGITAL PREPRESS WITH REGARD TO HARDWARE/SOFTWARE DEFICIENCIES suRVEY VENDORS FOR AVAILABLE PRODUCTS TO CORRECT DEFICIENCIES. UtIERMINE PRODUCTION CAPABILITIES OF CURRENT SYSTEM VERSUS PRODUCTION REQUIREMENTS. surIEUULE IASKS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SYSTEM CAPABILITIES. DETERMINE ADDITIONAL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Quarter 1 OCT NOV DEC SECRET OX 0 - Scheuuleu X - Actual Quarter 2 JAN OX FEB MAR Quarter 3 APR 0 MAY JUN (.) Quarter 4 JUL Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 AUG 0-- 25X1 G.J/V I SEP --FY-88 u- -T--FY-88 T- FY-88 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Implement 'Computer-to-Plate' concept of Digital Prepress System I. ACTIVITY THIS PERIOD: P&PD has continued its search for a Roster Image Processor (RIP) and laser platemakers that will successfully complete this objective, but has found mothing thus far that will satisfy this objective in a production environment. A Rachwal Projection Platemaking system was installed last quarter; and an Autologic Microfilm Recording Unit (MRU) was installed this quarter to image the 70mm film used by the Rachwal System. This eliminates the need for manual photographing of the finished pages. Although this system does not fulfill the computer-to-plate objective, significant production efficiencies have been realized. II. Problems Encountered: P&PD's goal of computer-to-plate appears to be pushing the technology of the Graphic Arts industry. We remain confident that advancing technology will allow us to achieve this objective; however, we must wait until it catches up to our goal. III. Plans for Next Period: P&PD will continue to monitor development of RIP's and platemakers until this objective is achieved. ADeclassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 / MB08 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Office: DDA/OL/P&PD Objective Statement: ESTABLISH P&PD QUARTERLY Responsible Officer: Significant Funding Amount: $0 Quarter Ending: 30 SEPT 87 FY 87 ACTION PLANNED 1 IOLNTIFY TOPICS TO BE PRESENTED 1DENTIFv SPEAKERS i.kEpARE VISUAL AIDS -i. CONDUCT QUARTERLY MEETING 5. PkOvIDE MECHANISM FOR FEEDBACK TO ADJUST FORMAT SECRET OFFICE LEVEL Quarter 1 OCT NOV SECRET DEC OX OX Quarter 2 JAN 0- FEB 0-- -0- 0 MAR X0 XO GROUP B 0 - Scheduled X - Actual Quarter 3 APR MAY JUN X0 XO -xo OX OX Quarter 4 JUL -0 -o Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 AUG --x SEP UX .0X -x Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Establish P&PD Quarterly I. Activity This Period: The second P&PD Quarterly was delayed until early September due to scheduling problems, and the third Quarterly will be held in October. Speakers and topics for the October meeting have been favorable. II. Problems Encountered: The major problem with this objective is that it has received lukewarm support from Division personnel, and attendance has been less than desired. III. Plans for Next Period: P&PD will hold its third Quarterly meeting in October, and proposes to discontinue these meetings after that. Other more effective and better received methods of communication will be sought as an FY-1988 objective. ? ? Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 A Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB09 DDA/01/P&PD ? 'Ujet. t ive St t ethent ? Re!,PolisibleOtt AIIII : ,fla,le, Eij Lij iL d; SECRET OFFICE LEVEL IDENTIFY AND IMPLEMENT ENHANCEMENTS TO SECURE PRINTING ? Ii PLANDEu vAEILA'E METHODS IDENTIFIED IN F Itid? Al t- L1 AND IDENTIFY OTHER lUNDLo.; A,JAiLAuLL VENDORS WITHIN GRAPHIi ARTS AND:.,ECCIRITY COMMUNITIES. FY 87 . ESTABLI`al PROCEDURES ANDADENTIFY SKILLS REQUIRED TO OPERATE EQUIPMENT AND METHODS. A. TEST PROCEDURES INu EQUIPMENT AND PREPARE EVALUAl ION. 5. RECOMMEND. Ah AL INN PLAN ro PPD MANAUEMENi. Quarter 1 OCT NOV SECRET DEC X 0 Quarter 2 JAN FEB MAR xo GROUP B 0 - Scheduled X - Actual Quarter APR MAY 0 3 JUN Quarter 4 JUL AUG SEP Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 -0- 0 .125X1 L....1/? I -FY-88 -FY-88 0 -FY-88 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Identify and Implement Enhancements to Secure Printing I. Activity this Period: P&PD has sent samples of the paper stock to ink-jet printing suppliers for testing, however, we have not received any results. We interpret this as a sign that current ink-jet technology cannot meet our requirements for secure printing. Other methods explored include laser drilling of a bound book, but this also proved unacceptable. II. Problems Encountered: No problems have been encountered except that we have not yet identified a suitable alternative to the current xerographic secure printing method. It appears that secure printing has lost much of the emphasis it experienced a year or two ago. III. Plans for Next Period: P&PD will undertake a study of secure printing in FY-88 to determine its current effectiveness and future in the Agency. Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB010 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-1)up B UNCLASSIFIED OFFICE Orf ice: DDA/OL/P&PD Objective Statement: rUIERIIIFY REQUIRED SKILLS AND REFRESHER Responsible Officer: TRAINING Quarter OCT LEVEL NOV 1 DEC Quarter JAN FEB 0 2 MAR APR 0 Quarter MAY 0 - X - 3 JUN X 0 Scheduled Actual Quarter JUL AUG 0-- 4 SEP 07 25X1 --FY-88 --FY-88 --FY-88 Significant Quarter Funding Amount: $0 FY 87 Ending: 30 SEPT 87 ACTION PLANNED 1 RESEARCH AUTOMAlEU AND PHYSICAL PERSONNEL RECUliDS TO EXTRACT TRAINING RECORDS OF P&PD EMPLOYEES. 2 DEVELOP TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYEES AT VARIOUS LEVELS (JOURNEYMEN, SUPERVISOR, BRANCH CHIEF, ETC). 3. COMPARE REQUIREMENTS TO TRAINING RECEIVED TO IDENTIFY WEAKNESSES. 4. PREPARE TRAINING PLAN TO ENSURE PERSONNEL AT ALL LEVELS HAVE RECEIVED ADEQUATE SKILLS TRAINING. UNCLASSIFIED Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Identify Required Skills and Refresher Training' I. Activity This Period: There has been very little activity on this objective this quarter due to a vacancy in the Administrative Staff and heavy workload. We are now in process of verifying each employees training record. II. Problems Encountered: The major problem encountered deals primarily with a lack of personnel to fulfill this objective. III. Plans for Next Period: Anticipate preparing a training requirement from each Branch for employees at various levels. Declassified in Part- Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB011 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 GROUP B SECRET OFFICE LEVEL UI fice: Oujective Statement: H QUALITY CONTROL MECHANISM FOR PRINTING ReponsiDle Officer:- Significant Funding Amoun FY 87 Quartet -Ending: 30 SEPT 87 ACTION PLANNED IDENTIFY QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM TO BE USED IN PRINTING JOBS. DEvELOP STANDARDS OF QUALITY. ESIAEN ISH PROCEDURES TO BE USED. 4 IMPLEMENT QUALITY CONTROL. REvIEw EFFECTIVENESS OF QUALITY CONTROL. AUJuST SYSTEM AS NECESSARY. 0 - Scheduled X - Actual Quarter 1 OCT NOV SECRET DEC Quarter 2 JAN 0 FEB MAR 0- Quarter 3 APR MAY JUN 0- 0 0- Quarter JUL Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 AUG 0 4 SEP -0 U- 0- 25X1 --FY-88 --FY-88 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Establish Quality Control Mechanism for Printing I. Activity This Period: Investigations into a quality control system were initiated by a Quality Circle study into quality control for the Press Branch. This study prompted a study by P&PD's PPAG group which expanded the scope to include all printing production components. As a result of these efforts, P&PD's PP&SS was tasked to study the entire scope of quality control from receipt of printing requests to the final delivery of printed work. Considerable materials have been gathered and initial concepts for a comprehensive control system have been formulated. II. Problems Encountered: Unfortunately human resources were diverted from this project and it is currently not receiving the necessary attention for its completion. As personnel return from other assignments and duties, work will resume on the project. III. Plans for Next Period: Much work has been accomplished on this project and it is of sufficient importance and potential value as to warrant being carried on to next fiscal year. ? Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 ? MI3013 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 SECRET OFFICE LEVEL Office: Objective Responsible DOA/OL/PPD Statement: LINE BINDERY OPERATIONS Officer: 0 - Scheduled X - Actual 25X1 Significant Funding Amoun : $0 FY 87 Quarter Ending: 30 Sept 87 ACTION PLANNED Quarter 1 Quarter 2 Quarter 3 Quarter 4 OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP 1. IDENTIFY VENDORS OF CUSTOMIZED BINDERY EQUIPMENT OX TO DETERMINE FEASIBILITY OF MODERNIZATION WITHIN GIVIN SPACE CONSTRAINTS. ? 2, IDENTIFY EQUIPMENT TO BE PURCHASED OR MODIFIED AND ASSOCIATED C05T. 0 3. PREPARE A,Iion PLAN FOR IMPLEMENTATION. 0 -OXX X SECRET Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Streamline Bindery Operations I. Activity This Period: The order for Kirk-Rudy labeling base and support equipment has been placed in order fq/P&PD to implement the automated labeling of JPRS publicatifins, and an*' agreement with FBIS has been reached whereby/will, electronically provide dissemination lists for these publications. The exact delivery date has not been established for the labeling equipment, but P&PD will be ready to implement the system when it arrives. P&PD will continue to pursue the web tinting project, and will make a determination as to its practicality next quarter. II. Problems Encountered: None. III. Plans for Next Period: This objective has essentially been completed; however, P&PD purposes to continue to study finishing operations next fiscal year focusing on in-line binding equipment, alternatives to the labor intensive GBC binding operations, and in-line wrapping equipment. ? Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 MB014 Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 GROUP B UNCLASSIFIED OFFICE LEVEL Office: DDA/OL/P&PD Objective Statement- IMPRThLf CUSTOMER RELATIONS WITH AND KNOWLEDGE OF P&PD Responsible Officer: Significant Funding Amount: jo FV 87 Quarter Ending: 30 SEPT 87 ACTION PLANNED 1. IDENTIFY MAJOR CUSTOMERS OF P&PD. 2. ARRANGE FOR VISIT TO P&PD TO DISCUSS PROBLEMS, SEEK SOLUTIONS, AND PROVIDE DETAILED TOUR OF PRINTING AND PHOTOGRAPHY FACILITIES. 3. DETERMINE EFFECTIVENESS OF PROGRAM. 0 - Scheduled X - Actual Quarter I OCT NOV DEC UNCLASSIFIED Quarter 2 JAN OX FEB X- MAR Quarter 3 APR MAY OX- JUN Quarter 4 JUL -XO Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 AUG Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3 OBJECTIVE STATEMENT: Improve Customer Relations with and Knowledge of P&PD I. Activity This Period: During this quarter only one visit to the Printing and Photograhy Division was arranged. In FY87, a total of 72 people from various Agency components visited P&PD to tour both printing and photography and to discuss mutual problems. II. Problems Encountered: The interest level seems to be diminishing for an extended and in-depth visit to P&PD. We seem to have completed the groups with the most interest. III. Plans for Next Period: There are no visits currently scheduled for the next quarter. IV. Recommendation: I recommend that we set aside one day each week during January and February to provide in-depth visits for our customers. Invitations would be extended in December to all which are interested in participating. Naturally, routine tours by request would continue as needed. Declassified in Part - Sanitized Copy Approved for Release 2012/12/14: CIA-RDP89-00087R000100140003-3