Intra-Theater Logistics Distribution in the CENTCOM AOR
Abstract
In response to Army experiences in Operation Iraqi Freedom, the Army Science Board was tasked to investigate: 1) Forces for Theater opening and initial logistics operations; 2) The proposed Deployment Distribution Operations Center; 3) Asset in-transit visibility and management; and 4) Water production, storage, transport, and chilling on the battlefield. Each of these four major topics included numerous subtaskings. The study generated many specific recommendations for improving in-theater logistics distribution, with the major recommendations including: 1a) Revise doctrine to codify the distinction between Joint theater-level and Army/Land Component logistic responsibilities, recognizing the need for a Joint theater-level Logistics commander to direct and execute the theater-level logistics tasks; 1b) Develop a Joint Theater Sustainment Command for assignment to Combatant Commands; 2) Implement useful practices of other services; 3) Complete a thorough business-based cost/benefit analysis of RFID before spending any more money on it; 4) Fix the chlorination problem of ROWPU (Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Unit) produced water. The study proposed specific force structures for both Joint theater-level and Army/Land Component logistics forces, identified specific practices of other Services that the Army should consider adopting, and identified promising water production technologies for further development.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA430956
Entities
People
- David M. Maddox
- Marygail Brauner
Organizations
- Army Science Board