The Systems Engineering Design Process for Strategy
Abstract
The systems engineering design process (SEDP), when integrated with joint doctrine, provides an enhanced design methodology using a systems analysis approach that supports a more effective and coherent strategic design via an improved problem definition process that, in turn, leads to the development of clear and attainable objectives and end states. JP-5.0 captures why defining the problem is necessary and what needs to be acted upon to reconcile the differences between existing and desired conditions. However, it does not include a methodical process of doing so. This thesis shows how the SEDP provides a process to fill this void. The doctrinal design methodology is enhanced by the systems analysis approach resulting in a thoroughly analyzed problem definition and assists the strategist in developing and guiding the implementation of a strategic approach, as well as clearly articulating the desired objectives and end states. Additionally, the modeling and simulation of chosen strategic alternatives provides the strategist with detailed insight and information on strategic alternatives that is not available using the current doctrinal approach.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 15, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1124014
Entities
People
- Jeff Baker
Organizations
- National Defense University