DoD moving under new system

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  • By Airman 1st Class Armando A. Schwier-Morales
  • 22nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs
MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. --  When an Airman is given a permanent change of station, their bodies aren't the only thing moving. To improve their move the Department of Defense stood up the Defense Personal Property System.

The DPS is an online service tool for servicemembers of all military branches. DPS testing began November 2008 for regular household goods, with personally procured moves and nontemporary storage shipments added in subsequent years.

"This system is going to give Airmen more control of their moves," said Darlene Mackamul, 22nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property and Passenger chief.

The online service will allow Airmen to self-counsel and submit moving applications online. Once submitted, Airmen will be able to track their shipments online or by phone.

"I think it's going to be much better for all DOD personnel because it's going to make their moves more efficient," said Mrs. Mackamul. "Also, Airmen don't have to go on our schedule, they can go on theirs."

In order to experience the new system, Airmen must register with the site at www.move.mil. Once registered, the Airmen have the option of filing clams and settling them with their transportation service provider.

"I used this system and found it fairly user friendly and I like that it has potential," said Master Sgt. Richard Montano, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Blue Aircraft Maintenance Unit section chief.

Prior to starting his move, Sergeant Montano provided orders to the transportation office so his paperwork could be signed. The transportation office is located in building 750. Orders may be faxed to the transportation office at (316) 759-1032, or emailed to 22.lrs.lgrt@us.af.mil.

For more information on the new system, call the transportation office at (316) 759-5914.

"The more our servicemembers use the system, the easier it will be for them," said Mrs. Mackamul. "Going online and registering is a great move on their part because computer technology is our future."