CASS evolution to a COTS-based open-system architecture

This year, the U.S. Navy and Lockheed Martin celebrated the delivery of the 400^th consolidated automated support system (CASS) station. CASS is now fielded on every United States carrier and shore-based Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD) location, marine air logistics support sites, navy organic sites and five FMS countries. This paper provides a snapshot of CASS progress to date, summarizes realized cost savings, and presents a glimpse into the CASS future. To fulfill its expanded DoD role and to remain current with evolving ATE technologies, pre-planned product improvements have been continually introduced since its inception