EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT. A USAF expert shares knowledge and best practices on tools and consumables management to personnel of the Philippine Air Force at Basa Air Base in Floridablanca town, Pampanga province on Wednesday (April 17, 2024). This training session is part of the ongoing Cope Thunder Philippines exercises that started on April 8 and will end on April 19. (Photo courtesy of the PAF)
MANILA – United States Air Force (USAF) personnel briefed their Filipino counterparts on how to further enhance efficiency in using their tools and other consumable items during the ongoing Cope Thunder Philippines (CT PH 24-1) exercise at Basa Air Base in Floridablanca town, Pampanga province on Wednesday.
In a statement Wednesday night, PAF spokesperson Col. Ma. Consuelo Castillo said this was done through a "knowledge-sharing session on managing tools and consumables".
"This session, part of the Cope Thunder Ph 24-1, focused on optimizing efficiency and accuracy in managing vital tools and consumables crucial for overall base operations. A USAF subject matter expert shared valuable insights and best practices, including primary functions of tool management, familiarization of software, and box inventory using parent and children system," she added.
Castillo said this exchange also aims to enhance the logistics management capabilities of the PAF.
"By fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange with international partners, the PAF continuously strives to improve its logistical processes. This ensures the air force maintains a well-equipped and prepared force to safeguard the country and its people," she added.
The CT PH 24-1 started on April 8 and will conclude on Friday. (PNA)
