Command and Control for the Information Age
Abstract
The US military has found it very difficult for its traditional hierarchies to fight against terrorist networks in Iraq and Afghanistan, in part because it continues to rely on the same Industrial Age model of command and control that was shaped by its experiences in World War II. Today, tens of thousands of warfighters are digitally linked, with better firepower, communications, and intelligence than the military had 20 years ago, yet the C2 model has not evolved. The military has built itself around a 20th Century model designed for efficiency and control that does not match with 21st Century complexity. These innovations and challenges effect no one more than the commander, with deep repercussions for his ability to command and control. The current Marine Corps command and control model is outdated and, while still effective, is falling short of its full potential. While the hierarchical organization may be more efficient, a networked organization can better adapt to the changes seen in today's environment.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 02, 2016
- Accession Number
- AD1178779
Entities
People
- Michael T. Hlad
Organizations
- Marine Corps University