How to Organize the Headquarters for Information Operations at the Brigade and Division
Abstract
As the Army transforms into a modular force, the issue of information operations is a topic for leaders at all levels. A particular issue is how to organize the unit staff to plan, prepare, and execute information operations. Currently, units at the brigade and division level are trying various methods of incorporating staff officers and noncommissioned officers into the planning process for information operations. Some units are approaching the problem of integrating information operations into operations with the use of an Effects Coordination Cell (ECC). Other units have an Information Operations Working Group (IOWG) and a Fires Cell. The author asks the following question: what are the benefits of the ECC methodology as opposed to the separate IOWG and Fires Cell? The study attempts to determine which is the more efficient method, what is gained, and whether the process should be standard across the Army. Using Army doctrine and military journals, the author studied information operations planning and its implications for brigade and division headquarters. Taking into consideration available resources, the commander's intent, and numerous other factors leads to the conclusion that the ECC is the best way for these headquarters to organize.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 17, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA436501
Entities
People
- Mark E. Brock
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College