Audit of the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite–R Series: Improvements in Testing, Contract Management, and Transparency Are Needed to Control Costs, Schedule, and Risks

For this audit, our objectives were to assess the adequacy of GOES-R development as the program completes system integration and test activities for the flight and ground segments in preparation for launch and data distribution, per National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) standards. We also monitored the program's progress in developing and reporting on flight and ground segment contracting actions and changes to minimize cost increases.