Planning for Victory: Joint Synchronization

Abstract

Planning for synchronization of joint operations and campaigns is explored. An examination of the current United States joint warfare planning doctrine and processes reveals that no mechanism is available to joint planners to adequately synchronize all air, land, sea, space, and special operations forces. An assessment of each service's synchronization methods is conducted, including some used in Desert Storm. By extracting concepts, characteristics and format from each service, two proposed joint synchronization matrixes are offered. These proposals are offered only as a basis for further development and study. A practical joint synchronization tool, guide or framework would be valuable and must be developed to aid joint planners. Required synergistic effects are achieved through the proper synchronization of joint forces. Accordingly, by developing such a mechanism, for joint planning, the United States Armed Forces can improve the chances for rapid and decisive victory.... Joint military planning, Synchronization.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 22, 1993
Accession Number
ADA264348

Entities

People

  • David P. Maloney

Organizations

  • Naval War College

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  • C4I
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes
  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Air Force
  • Command And Control
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Doctrine
  • Employment
  • Marine Corps
  • Military Operations
  • Military Organizations
  • National Security
  • New York
  • Second World War
  • Students
  • United States
  • War
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies
  • Systems Analysis and Design

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  • Space