The Preparedness Web: Utilizing Regional Collaborative Networks for Homeland Security Preparedness

Abstract

This case study is offered with the purpose of informing the initiation of regional collaborative efforts nationwide. This research effort examines a network of networks, called here a Preparedness Web, utilized to meet locally identified regional homeland security preparedness needs. How and why these networks were established is documented to allow other regions to draw parallels to their own situations. A measurement of the systems collaborative capacity is identified to validate the systems functionality. Recommendations are offered for other regions considering collaborative efforts based upon a retrospective examination of the system originators strategic intent. To the extent to which this effort can be used to illustrate successful collaboration, on a national basis, it presents a replicable ground up process designed to entice more agencies to undertake or enhance their own regional collaborative preparedness efforts.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA474027

Entities

People

  • Christopher C. Holbrook

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Autonomy
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Engineered Resilient Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Complex Systems
  • Data Analysis
  • Emergency Response
  • First Responders
  • Health Services
  • Homeland Security
  • Information Exchange
  • Information Science
  • Knowledge Management
  • Measurement
  • National Security
  • Network Science
  • Organizational Structure
  • Security
  • Teamwork
  • United States
  • Urban Areas

Readers

  • Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
  • Software Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design