A METHODOLOGY FOR WAR GAMING THE ADEQUACY OF THEATER STOCK LEVELS

Abstract

This memorandum is divided into five chapters. Chapter I discusses the purpose of the methodology and illustrates its application by providing the game play parameters of a specific exercise. Computer assistance, flow of game activities, and form flow are explained. Chapter 2 provides a general description of organization for game play, i.e., participants, their responsibilities, game schedule, and game facilities. Pregame preparation is covered in Chap. 3, which describes actions required for the successful initiation of game play. Chapter 4 consists of a step-by-step description of the game play from the kickoff briefing to, but not including, the final review immediately preceding the preparation of the required final report. During the game play many forms are required for the preparation and presentation of data including computer inputs and outputs; these forms are introduced and explained with the appropriate game- step descriptions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1964
Accession Number
AD0452677

Entities

People

  • Albert D. Tholen
  • Carterb. Magruder
  • David B. Webster
  • Delbert L. Schroeder
  • Martin W. Brossman
  • Walter L. Hughey

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  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Employment
  • Geographic Regions
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  • Health Services
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  • Personnel Management
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  • Therapy
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  • War Games
  • Warfare

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