Enabling Joint Interdependence through Capability Portfolio Management
Abstract
The future security environment will likely be characterized by uncertainty and dynamic, adaptive challenges. To successfully meet those challenges, the U.S. Department of Defense must become more responsive and efficient. The Department has made great strides in achieving efficiencies and unity of effort since the Goldwater-Nichols Defense Reform Act of 1986. Recent joint operational successes demonstrate the value of joint planning, unity of command and short, clear lines of authority in achieving unified action among the Services. Strategic defense planning guidance has failed to provide a cohesive structure by which to identify areas of emphasis and risk, and where to shift short, mid and long-term investments to meet the perceived challenges and opportunities. The combined Defense requirements, budgeting and acquisition processes are not structured to both respond quickly to an adaptive threat and deliver joint warfighting capabilities that will enable interdependent operations. This paper proposes that improved strategic defense planning guidance and horizontal integration processes such as Capability Portfolio Management will be required to achieve a true joint culture and reap the benefits of interdependent operations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 13, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA487303
Entities
People
- Peter W. Matisoo
Organizations
- National Defense University