Challenges & Concerns -- Phase 4 Stability Operations
Abstract
Stability operations are not a new mission for the U.S. military. With a cultural bias towards combat operations, the Department of Defense implemented guidance establishing stability operations as a core U.S. military mission. Stability operations have become increasingly prominent in United States Government policy and doctrine. Even with years of experience, these missions present significant challenges to DoD. They continue as a challenge because we fail to address what tasks require a commitment to planning and resourcing into the overall framework of the stabilization plan. This analysis reviews the doctrinal foundations of Phase IV operations, and highlights the complexities of task synchronization during execution. The research suggests specific tasks that require commitment as long-term initiatives within the framework of Phase IV, and highlights the challenges associated with them regarding unity of effort and time. Future planning for stability operations needs to focus on nonstandard considerations into the overall framework of the stabilization plan. Planners must research and evaluate creditable studies related to the operation and develop the appropriate plans to meet the commander's intent.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 09, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA602731
Entities
People
- Jason A. Lacroix
Organizations
- Marine Corps University