Joint Task Force J3/J4: Directorate of Mobility Forces.
Abstract
This paper addresses how to strengthen mobility planning and execution in the Joint Task Force (JTF). It proposes a JTF J3/J4 directorate that manages all assigned and attached Defense Transportation System (DTS) mobility forces as well as those theater assigned transportation forces. The proposed JTF J3/J4 combines the current Director of Mobility Forces (DIRMOBFOR:AMC), Navy Component Commander (NAVCC:MSC) and Military Traffic Management (MTMC) Element with the Joint Movement Center (JMC) from the JTF J4 staff. Examples are provided to expand on JTF J3/J4 decision making and their applicability to the theater CINC's staff Briefly discussed is. the impact of a U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) expanded Global Reach Laydown Package (ORLP) which pre-positions airlift, sealift and surface transportation support requirements in order to develop a flexible en route structure. Integrating a JTF J3/J4 and a theater CINC J3/J4 provides an excellent opportunity to simplify our wartime logistics infrastructure. A simplified logistics infrastructure increases the chances for operational success and increases our global efficiency.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA372310
Entities
People
- Philip M. Calvano
Organizations
- Air Force Institute of Technology