Battlefield Distribution: A Systems Thinking Perspective

Abstract

The purpose of this monograph is to analyze the U.S. Army battlefield distribution system from a "Systems Thinking" perspective. The method involves a holistic analysis of the distribution systems as it functions within its environment. Because identification of patterns and anomalies is an important aspect of Systems Thinking, the subject matter of this monograph reaches beyond Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) to historical precedent. Whether for tomorrow, or the more distant future, the object is to discover the leverage points within the system that will help the U.S. Army avoid repeating the logistics shortcomings of OIF. To assist in this endeavor, this monograph explores Peter M. Senge's "System Thinking" perspective. The intent is to apply his methodology to analyze the U.S. Army battlefield distribution system within the context of its enacted environment, in order to discover the leverage points within the system that afford effective and lasting solutions to current battlefield distribution problems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 26, 2005
Accession Number
ADA436133

Entities

People

  • Paul W. Rodgers

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Army Operations
  • Battlefields
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Deployment
  • Information Systems
  • International Organizations
  • Iraqi-War
  • Logistics
  • Military History
  • New York
  • Organizational Structure
  • Second World War
  • Supply Chain
  • United States
  • Ussr
  • War
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).
  • Systems Analysis and Design