Strategic Multi-Layered Assessment (SMA) Support

Abstract

In FY 2021, the Strategic Multi-Layered Assessment (SMA) Support will transition to PE 0603338D8Z Defense Modernization and Prototyping. The transition of SMA will enable continued support to senior Combatant Command (CCMD) leadership and Joint Force Commanders while ensuring that funding resources are properly allocated to meet rapidly evolving and emergent threats. The mission of SMA is to provide traditional and non-traditional planning and decision support to CCMDs and other U.S. Government departments and agencies on a case-by-case basis. SMA products are designed to expand the Commanders' operational and strategic horizons and choices when facing complex environments by introducing the power of cognitive diversity from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and researchers employing varied paradigms and methodologies. SMA frames options, but does not make specific policy or strategy recommendations. SMA receives formal requests for support from the CCMDs at the senior Flag Officer level. These requests are reviewed by Joint Staff J-39 Deputy Director for Global Operations (DDGO) and USD(R&E) for validation based on the following criteria: (1) The problem requires multi-agency, multi-disciplinary approaches; and (2) Expertise required for the assessment does not lie within the core competencies of a single command or agency but instead, requires the collective inputs from across the U.S. Government, academia, policy centers, and the private sector. SMA is also supported by the Rapid Reaction Fund (RRF).

Open PDF

Document Details

Document Type
Project
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2021
Source ID
833_0603826D8Z_3_0400_PB_2021

Tags

Readers

  • Defense Technology Research and Development.
  • Enterprise Information Systems Architecture and Joint Command Capability Interoperability Support.
  • Marine Propulsion Engineering and Naval Architecture

Related Documents