The Transformational Quality of Base Realignment and Closure 2005
Abstract
In his November 2002 memorandum Transformation Through Base Realignment and Closure the Secretary of Defense stated that along with eliminating excess physical capacity BRAC 2005 would "...rationaliz(e) our infrastructure with defense strategy.. .by maximiz(ing) warfighting capability and efficiency." This study examines the transformational capability of BRAC 2005 by analyzing three recommendations (USA: Operational Army (IGPBS), E&T: Joint Strike Fighter Initial Joint Training Site, HSA: Consolidate Transportation Command Components) and discusses their relationship with selected elements of Joint Operations Concepts. A process supported by committed leadership, BRAC 2005 demonstrated its ability to promote cultural and organizational change, benefits derived from joint solutions, and recommendations that support joint operational and functional concepts which in turn support future warfighters. This paper concludes that BRAC 2005 served as an enabler in the continuous process of transformation within the Department of Defense. Because of the continual nature of transformation, it is important to capture these enabling concepts in order to apply them in the future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 25, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA449300
Entities
People
- John A. Lathroum
Organizations
- United States Army War College