Network-Centric Warfare: A Marine Corps Necessity
Abstract
The Marine Corps' capstone concept for future warfare is operational Maneuver from the Sea (OMFTS). OMFTS relies on three operational functions for its successful development: maneuver, fires, and logistics. To meet that requirement, the Marine Corps formulated three concepts to improve those functions. However, those three concepts require a unique environment. The Navy has developed a concept that will provide that unique environment-Network-Centric Warfare (NCW). NCW will provide an environment where linked networks create a shared battlespace awareness from which commanders can self-synchronize efforts. Where as the Marine Corps' concept focuses on capitalizing on the application of technologically advanced weapons, the Navy's concept aims to exploit advanced technology to create an advanced information environment within which combat force employment could be enhanced. Therefore, the two concepts are significantly interdependent. However, the Marine Corps has not yet formally adopted the Navy's concept. Therefore, the Marine Corps must accept the NCW and cooperatively develop it with the Navy. The first step is to formally endorse the concept. Since both services have demonstrated a desire to add value to concepts and doctrines through co-endorsing the documents, NCW must receive the same attention if the Marine Corps' capstone concept is to develop into a capability.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 08, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA378950
Entities
People
- Dario W. Valli
Organizations
- Naval War College