Comparing Models for the Restoration of Essential Services during Counterinsurgency Operations

Abstract

This monograph assesses the effectiveness of the SWEAT and Factor-Precedence Models using two case studies and five comparison criteria: simplicity, flexibility, reproducibility, sustainability, and links to political and military objectives. In Case A, 1st Cavalry Division and its subordinate units used the SWEAT Model in Baghdad, Iraq (2005). Despite simple application and short term successes after implementation, the SWEAT Model used a cookie-cutter approach throughout Baghdad that limited analysis with regards to cultural, geographical, and regional factors. In Case B, 1st Cavalry Division and its subordinate brigades employed a model similar to the Factor-Precedence Model in Baghdad, Iraq (2009). 1st Cavalry Division?s 2009 model applied a holistic outlook and focused on re-assessment, much like the Factor-Precedence Model, to allow for better analysis of needs, facilitate flexible execution across Baghdad, and permit project prioritization to meet local needs. To further evaluate the Factor-Precedence Model's usefulness, this monograph applies the Factor-Precedence Model within 10th Mountain Division's operational framework in Kandahar, Afghanistan (2010). The Afghanistan illustrative example shows the flexibility and applicability of the Factor-Precedence Model in not only varying geographical and cultural regions but also across the range of military operations. Results matter. The Factor-Precedence Model provides the most flexibility, allows for execution in a variety of situations, and links better to military objectives. Military planners should adopt a holistic approach like the Factor-Precedence Model and integrate existing planning, intelligence, engineering, and analysis tools into the model.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 19, 2011
Accession Number
ADA545166

Entities

People

  • Anthony P. Barbina

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems

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  • Afghanistan Conflict
  • Civil War
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Employment
  • Geographic Regions
  • Geography
  • Health Services
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military History
  • Military Organizations
  • Military Science
  • National Politics
  • National Security
  • Personnel Management
  • Recreation
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Military and Counterinsurgency Studies.
  • Systems Analysis and Design