Joint Experimentation: A Strategic Model
Abstract
In the fall of 1997, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff coined the phrase "Joint Experimentation" to operationalize Joint Vision 2010 (JV 2010). General Shelton stated, "joint experimentation will be the true engine for exploring concepts contained in JV 2010". The United States Special Operations Command already has the capability to implement joint experimentation. In 1987, Title 10 of the FY87 Defense Authorization Act gave the Commander in Chief, United States Special Operations Command (USCINCSOC) responsibility and authority to develop and acquire Special Operations peculiar equipment. In order to facilitate this task, Title 10 also provides USCINCSOC the responsibility and authority to prioritize requirements, recommend programs, and propose budgets. These are all the tools necessary for USCINCSOC to unilaterally conduct combat development and joint experimentation to meet the urgent operational needs in rapid-changing situations common to Special Operations and expected for the Joint Vision 2010 environment. This report presents a process that addresses validation, funding, experimentation, and follow-on acquisition in a timely fashion. This process is applicable for SOF as well as the Joint Staff and the Interagency Process.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 10, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA378015
Entities
People
- Robert D. Richardson
Organizations
- United States Army War College