A Review of U.S. Army Active and Reserve Component Integration.
Abstract
Since Desert Storm, the U.S. Army has made several efforts to refine the process of more fully integrating their Reserve Components. Among these refinements are: improved mobilization and call-up planning procedures and authorities; better incremental deployment mechanisms; and, enhanced training and readiness initiatives. This has resulted in more viable reserve components, with increased missions in Major Regional Contingencies (MRC) as well as in Operations Other than War (OOTW). Additional progress can be made, however, in the areas of force structure and doctrine as well as in the ever-present culture biases between components. Integrated units made up of elements from both the active and reserve components are necessary to make the goal of a 'seamless' Army a reality by increasing efficiency and effectiveness and leveraging the strengths of all components. Management and use of integrated units requires significant changes to several automation systems. Efforts must continue on breaking down the cultural biases between the components. Habitual training relationships and shared experiences in Operations Other Than War will build the trust and confidence needed during war or national emergency.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1996
- Accession Number
- ADA314871
Entities
People
- James L. Snyder
Organizations
- Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy