Human Interface to Netcentricity
Abstract
Successful net-centric operations in theatre have stimulated interest in the application of net-centricity to the Department's support organizations. In this paper we draw parallels between the warfighter's limited achievement of decision superiority and self-synchronization, and our business community's need for decision superiority and self-organization; net-centricity expanded tooth to tail. We recognize however, that the movement towards an expanded net-centric environment has implications to the Department's overall organizational culture and patterns of interaction. The development of a complex information infrastructure without adequate focus on both cultural and socio-technical issues will likely result in significantly lower return on our investment. Of concern are a number of key areas including ad-hoc COI formation, the usability of interface designs, and the impact of culture on measuring progress towards a net-centric environment. More importantly, we conclude that ubiquitous information sharing is not likely to be achieved without a transformation to a trusting, transparent culture. This paper examines these issues and based on recent research results, provides suggestions for future direction.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA463698
Entities
People
- Leonard Sadauskas
- Noel Dickover