Communications Assessment Model (CAM): Processes and Products Associated with Modeling, Simulation and Assessment for DoD Networks,
Abstract
The CAM process is a communications assessment and modeling tool that evaluates the impact of communications demands on current and evolving theater-level Defense Information Infrastructure/Defense Information Systems Network (DII/DISN) communications networks and systems supporting the CINCs, Joint Staff, and OSD. The CAM process can identify critical communication nodes and links requiring performance improvement and can answer "what-if" questions in the event of node failures. It provides performance analyses on data, voice, and video communications network links during different stages of various scenarios ranging from Major Theater War (MTW) and Small Scale Contingency (SSC) to Non-combatant Evacuation Operations (NEO). The CAM process is tailored to address specific assessment requirements for each network involved in a particular scenario with respect to its adequacy to support hostilities in a CINC' area of responsibility (AOR). The CAM process provides DOD warfighters and planners with knowledge regarding where additional attention is needed to resolve areas of communications deficiencies or imbalances. CAM has been used successfully to assess (1) the adequacy of DII/DISN networks in supporting CINC Operational Plans and Contingency Plans and (2) the impact of emerging technologies, such as the Enhanced Mobile Satellite System and the Global Broadcast Service, on the DII/DISN networks.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 13, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA361393
Entities
People
- Daniel L. Collins
- David B Berry
- John Stuber
- Thomas Graziano
- Vincent Kennedy
Organizations
- Defense Information Systems Agency