Simulation in a Changing World --Technological Opportunity, Management Challenge.
Abstract
In our rapidly changing world, simulation and modeling are becoming increasingly important for national defense. A changing threat; the pressure to reduce defense expenditures for new weapon systems and readiness; more complex and interdependent systems; more powerful weapons; the need for improved joint training; and the rapidly advancing computer and communication technologies are but a few of the factors that will influence future simulation requirements and capabilities. Senior leaders at all levels in the government and in industry have articulated the need for the expanded use of simulation. Secretary of Defense Cheney said Operating tempo, as well as opportunities for units to develop combat skills at high-technology training facilities, must be maintained at levels necessary to sustain readiness. Congressional testimony has stressed the need for expanded use of simulation as a way to reduce costs and to improve large scale military training. Recent Defense Science Boards (DSB) have outlined problems with modeling and simulation within DoD and have articulated many of the solutions on how to exploit emerging simulation technologies in order to improve performance and efficiency. Simulation and modeling can be used to improve a range of defense functions including training/operations, combat/materiel developments, operational/developmental testing, and program analysis.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADB165963
Entities
People
- James E. Shiflett
Organizations
- Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy