The Evolving Role of the Army Field Support Brigade
Abstract
Army Field Support Brigades (AFSBs) are relatively new Brigade level Army logistics organizations, officially established in 2006. They serve as the U.S. Army Materiel Command's (AMC) primary interface with Army forces and as a bridge between the generating and operating forces. Army Field Support Brigades mission is to provide AMC national-level sustainment support and serve as key synchronizers of related acquisition, logistics, and technology (ALT) support to Army units worldwide. They have successfully supported the Army's transformation process by executing missions and tasks that they were fully resourced with personnel, to perform. The AFSBs' mission execution is heavily reliant on contractor support. Army Field Support Brigades must continue to adapt their logistics processes and capabilities as the Army continues to transform and operate in an era of "persistent engagement" where Army forces deploy for extended periods of time. This adaptation will help AFSBs maintain their ability to support units with their constantly changing sustainment requirements. However, as AFSBs adapt their logistics support processes to be able to execute future missions AFSBs will need additional personnel. The question is: will the additional personnel be government, contractors, or both?
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 15, 2011
- Accession Number
- ADA543692
Entities
People
- Joseph E. Ladner Iv
Organizations
- United States Army War College