Metrics for Command in an NEC Era: Operational Analysis of Way of Command in the Era of Network Enabled Capability.
Abstract
This paper considers the need for methods and metrics for analyzing the Command-related factors involved in delivering military operational benefits through better exploitation of information. It does this by considering where Command fits within the UK Network Enabled Capability (NEC) concept and where NEC impacts upon the Way (or style) of Command. There are a number of interdependent aspects of Command which have been discussed in various treatments of network-enabled military capability. This paper considers the key characteristics of, and relationships between, these factors and proposes a causal map which brings them together. The Command-related factors which have been considered are: decentralization, organizational culture, the impact of digitization and agility. Metrics and analysis methods have been identified to support analysis of the various entities and relationships which make up the 'Way of Command' causal map. The result is an analysis framework which can support methodical consideration of Way of Command in the era of NEC and which highlights a number of fundamental issues for study. This provides a starting point for an experimental campaign which weaves Command issues into the medium and long-term NEC roadmap.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA466660
Entities
People
- John A. Montgomery
Organizations
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory