The Distributed Analysis and Control Element: An Attempt to Update the Threat Tactical Picture?
Abstract
This monograph discusses how the U.S. Army and Army tactical military intelligence branch could utilize a distributed analysis and control element (ACE) to support the commander's operational picture (COP) and situational understanding. Recent exercises to include the Experimental Force rotation at the National Training Center (EXFOR), the Division Advanced Warfighting Exercise (DAWE), and Division Capstone Exercises Phase I and II (DCX I and II) have incorporated portions of a distributed ACE. The distributed ACE could ultimately provide the tactical commander a threat picture that supports an integrated COP, and situational understanding. This would provide the commander an enhanced capability to make more timely and accurate decisions on the battlefield. The study focuses on three areas: (1) The advancing technology to support the creation of a distributive ACE, (2) The need to update military intelligence doctrine, and (3) The training required to support a distributed ACE.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 14, 2002
- Accession Number
- ADA403761
Entities
People
- Bryan T. Peterson
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College