A REVIEW OF THE CONCEPT OF MILITARY WORTH AND ITS APPLICATION IN MILITARY DECISION MAKING
Abstract
Military decision problems are growing increasingly more complex, requiring rigorous structured methods to be applied for superior solutions and decisions. In many cases the military decision-maker is faced with a set of alternatives from which he must choose. Rational and consistant judgement can only be made by attempting to maximize the military value or utility of this decision. The decision-making process is described, along with a structured approach to military decision-making by economic analysis and the application of mathematical techniques. Some basic elements of measurement theory and utility theory are dealt with because of their importance to military worth scales and military worth measurement. The military worth concept is developed and commented on. The use of psychometric techniques of introspection and behaviorism and the use of game theory are examined as possible methods in developing measures of military worth. The application of military worth techniques to some general decision-making problems and to some specific logistical decision-making problems is discussed. Finally, a most important step forward in the measurement of military value through readiness indicies is reviewed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1964
- Accession Number
- AD0479605
Entities
People
- Robert L. Brewin
Organizations
- Naval Postgraduate School