USCG Office of Requirements & Analysis (U.S. Coast Guard) Accent Coffee Mug

The U.S. Coast Guard's Office of Requirements and Analysis (OR&A) is a critical component within the organization. Its primary function lies in defining, analyzing, and validating the needs of the Coast Guard to ensure effective and efficient operation across all mission areas. This includes assessing operational requirements, developing concepts of operations, overseeing research and development programs, and reviewing acquisition programs for compliance with these requirements. The OR&A collaborates closely with other branches within the Coast Guard as well as external partners to maintain the readiness of U.S. Coast Guard forces and infrastructure in fulfilling their roles in law enforcement, search and rescue, maritime security, and more.