Command , Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Modernization Process (C5IMP)
Abstract
Achieving and maintaining Strike Force Interoperability requires disciplined engineering, system integration, and configuration management at both the platform (ship or shore station) and strike force level (Carrier Strike Group/ Amphibious Readiness Group). The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (C5ISR) Modernization Program (C5IMP) pillar of SFI ensures deploying strike force ships receive modernized and interoperable warfighting capabilities in order to meet theater operational requirements. This project funds engineering assessments of proposed C5I capability improvements to determine maturity for installation as well as technical and schedule risk associated with proposed hardware and software changes. This project directly supports requirements of the Fleet C5I Modernization Policy (per COMUSFLTFORCOM/COMPACFLT Inst. 4720.3) which assigns responsibilities to NAVSEA 05H to assess operational risks associated with C5ISR modernization in both afloat and ashore units in support of the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP). The deliverables of this project are created by determining the maturity, through engineering analysis, of the critical linchpins needed to achieve interoperability for each proposed C5IMP capability improvement item to be installed in a ship's baseline, developing installation recommendations of C5I system upgrades for the Fleet Commanders, and researching and analyzing installation or operating problems. This includes a review of Warfare System Ship Change Documents (SCDs). Failure to achieve required maturity for one system that is part of an interoperable warfare system package can prevent this system from being installed, thus breaking the capability planned for the entire original warfare package, which will impact Strike Group warfighting capabilities. There is close coordination with the FLTCDRs and TYCOMs as well as other members of the C5IMP community to address, coordinate, and resolve C5IMP modernization issues thereby reducing risk and enhancing readiness and effectiveness of deploying ships and strike groups. Focus is on key milestones such as Baseline Locking Events (BLEs) and Planned Not Authorized (PNA) reviews, and SG/ARG Analysis Reports which are Fleet required events. The BLEs, PNA Reviews, and SG/ARG Analysis Reports are the primary work products in the C5IMP process. Additionally, due to emerging warfighting requirements and the development of required hardware and software changes between CNO Availability periods, an electronic change control board has been developed (BFI-CCB) to facilitate the request, review and approval of proposed Baseline changes. Forecasting C5ISR requirements and schedules is based on the projection of ships' operating/maintenance schedules at the particular point in time. Due to changing operational needs, these schedules frequently change causing availability extensions, deferrals, cancellations, or delays. The supporting C5IMP/C5ISR schedules must adjust accordingly, resulting in regular modifications to the numbers of events/requirements projected for C5IMP/C5ISR from period to period. C5ISR Configuration Control is maintained and updated continuously for every ship. Maintenance of the Afloat Master Planning System (AMPS) data for the approximately 285 active Battle Force ships, along with establishing initial configurations for the New Construction ships entering the Fleet each year is essential and a major effort. This data is extracted and formatted to develop the BLE and PNA Review presentations which enable the Fleet commanders and TYCOMs to make informed modernization decisions. Additionally, numerous data calls are requested each month to answer configuration queries and perform studies utilizing AMPS data. CUSFFC/CPF Instruction 4720.3C designates NAVSEA 05H4 as the executing agent for the two NCMCs held each year. This requires C5IMP personnel to make all logistical and administrative arrangements for the 150+ attendees, collect and present all briefs, set up VTC and phone centers for remote attendees, and maintain all associated records for these councils. Fleet Commanders, TYCOMs, SYSCOMs and supporting personnel gather at NCMCs to discuss advance plans, coordinate near term modernization plans, coordinate shore and shipboard installations to ensure support prior to deployments, resolve schedule issues and establish priorities. Action items are recorded and tracked by NAVSEA, and major issues are reported to a joint FFC/CPF flag/SES panel.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2023
- Source ID
- bc279485d51f82d89a6e2baaecb705b0