Distribution: Configured Loads as a Logistics Enabler

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to define and describe the Configured Loads (CL) concept. Here is the bottom line up front: The Army should source adequate resources and systems to integrate and synchronize CLs into deployment and sustainment operations. CLs are logistics enablers. The U.S. Army has the capability and capacity to develop and execute CLs for Legacy, Interim, Force XXI, and Objective Forces. CLs should be configured at both strategic, operational, and tactical levels. What are the benefits of this concept? Answer: CLs will help minimize the handling of cargo, optimize throughput, and reduce the logistical footprint in the theater of operations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 07, 2003
Accession Number
ADA415122

Entities

People

  • Kevin A. Davis

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Application Software
  • Artillery
  • Artillery Ammunition
  • Commerce
  • Control Systems
  • Department Of Defense
  • Deployment
  • Humanitarian Assistance
  • Information Systems
  • Logistics
  • Logistics Planning
  • Maintenance
  • Supply Chain
  • Supply Chain Management
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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