The Possible Effects of Potential Key Technological Developments on the Force Structure of the Australian Army in 2040

Abstract

This report provides the outcomes from a study which provided input to the Australian Army submission for the 2009 white paper. It is a formal documentation of the outcomes and a record of the content which was provided the client in 2008. To understand the potential key technological developments that are likely to impact on the Army After Next 2020-2040, an analysis of future technologies on Army functions was undertaken focussing on impacts to force structures. A modified TOWS (Threats, Opportunities, Weaknesses & Strengths) technique was applied to eleven Army functions across each technology area. Brief assessments are made to the possible impact of future technologies on a range of Army unit types.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2014
Accession Number
ADA618340

Entities

People

  • Brandon Pincombe
  • Patricia Dexter

Organizations

  • Defence Science and Technology Group

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Force Structure

Readers

  • Military Leadership and Professional Education.
  • Organizational Process Management (OPM).
  • Systems Analysis and Design