How to Build Capability in Armed Forces: An Examination of U.S. Marine Corps Processes and a Reflection on How the U.S. Department of Defense Attempts to Build Partner Capability
Abstract
Since 9/11/2001 and especially since the advent of specific Department of Defense (DOD) authorities to transfer equipment and training to allies and partners, we observe a steady decrease in the resources allotted to assess the requirements of partners much less their ability to develop, resource, generate, and sustain their armed forces. This has created a backwards cycle in which pressure to increase partner capability leads to weapon system transfer decisions first and institutional assessment and capacity building after decisions to purchase and transfer equipment have already been made. This Institute for Defense Analyses paper provides a detailed explanation and example of U.S. Marine Corps capability requirements, resourcing, and acquisition processes. The purpose is to provide a mirror to DOD to reflect upon how it builds sustainable capability for itself, compared to how it attempts to builds capability with its partners.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1204599
Entities
People
- Aaron C. Taliaferro
- Cameron J. Swann
- Christina M. Patterson
Organizations
- Institute for Defense Analyses