The Evolving Role of Analysis in Complex Military Decision-Making
Abstract
The Synthetic Theater of War (STOW) Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) concluded its life cycle with USJFCOM (operational user) acceptance of the federated simulation in FY 99. During the ACTD life cycle, USJFCOM required the technologies to support the following: Joint task force training (Unified Endeavor 98-1); Analysis of ACTDs (Joint Counter Mine); and joint experimentation (J9901, Critical Mobile Target, Attack Operations) circa 2015. This report documents the complexities associated with current and future problem-solving techniques necessary to meet the decision-maker's needs in the 21st century. The STOW ACTD is a case study in what to expect from future challenges facing the warfighter and the analytical community pledged to support the joint commander. Using the traditional problem-solving approach as a starting point, this paper addresses the question: "How can the decision-maker of tomorrow employ the latest technologies and analytical processes to make the best decision?" The answer lies in the following: Establish standard procedures for decisions; ensure all stakeholders are included; identify long-lead items early; and establish early working relationships between the maintainers of the analysis tools and the users.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA376491
Entities
People
- Robert J. Graebener
- Stephen Kasputis
Organizations
- Institute for Defense Analyses