Changing the Officer Promotion System to Support Unit Focused Stability (UFS)
Abstract
The United States Army is currently implementing a new manning initiative called Unit Focused Stability (UFS). While UFS offers great potential for increased unit cohesion within Brigade Combat Teams, it creates significant friction within the current personnel management system. Officers will be challenged to meet the intent of UFS while also adhering to current professional development paths and strict promotion timelines. This monograph endeavors to answer the following research question: Will a change in the officer promotion system help to ensure the long-term success of UFS? This paper begins with an analysis of the UFS model and its impact on the officer corps. The examination identifies thirteen friction points for officers in the rank of lieutenant through colonel. Next, this study examines the officer promotion system to determine its underlying assumptions, their associated implementation principles, and the specific laws and policies that have stemmed from them. Finally, this monograph proposes three possible changes to the Army officer promotion system. The monograph concludes that Army must change its officer promotion system to ensure the longevity of UFS and the future health of the officer corps.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 26, 2005
- Accession Number
- ADA437583
Entities
People
- Sean C. Bernabe
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College