Impact of the RML Upon Logistics Officers

Abstract

This paper explores options for improving and preparing logistics officers for the Revolution in Military Logistics (RML). It provides a brief examination of past history, perceptions of logisticians, and possible options for improving effectiveness. Logistics officers comprised of the Quartermaster, Transportation, and Ordnance branches should develop a base of automated expertise using the latest fielded logistics automated technology and common commercial software applications. Personnel management of logisticians must be changed to better develop exceptionally qualified multifunctional as well as functional logistics experts. Materiel management centers should be made part of centralized selection list commands. Formation of a single integrated "Logistics or Materiel Corps" is not necessary at this time.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 11, 1999
Accession Number
ADA363760

Entities

People

  • Gary A. Trede

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Application Software
  • Civil War
  • Computer Programs
  • Control Systems
  • Databases
  • Education
  • Field Grade Officers
  • Governments
  • Logistics
  • Maintenance
  • Military Education
  • Personnel Management
  • Training
  • Transportation
  • United States
  • War Colleges

Readers

  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.