Strategic Support for Effects-Based Operations (EBO)
Abstract
Combined Forces Command (CFC) and United States Forces Korea (USFK) are currently implementing elements of EBO within the Korean Theater. CFC and USFK have a vision to plan and conduct all operations using an end to end Effects Based planning execution and assessment process applying all elements of national power while leveraging a robust collaborative information environment and inter-agency coordination no later than August 2008. The current definition of EBO according to U.S. Joint Forces Command (JFCOM) is operations that are planned executed assessed and adapted based on a holistic understanding of the operational environment in order to influence or change system behavior or capabilities using the integrated application of selected instruments of power to achieve directed policy aims. As CFCIUSFK implements EBO it must be supported by the policies and guidance of the Joint Staff the Department of Defense and National Security agencies. Revisions to U.S. national security strategy documents defense transformation guidance joint military education and doctrine can greatly assist CFCIUSFK by setting the intellectual framework to successfully shape the strategic and operational environments for the implementation of EBO.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 15, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA449465
Entities
People
- Drew A. Turinski
Organizations
- United States Army War College