Operations Security (OPSEC), Decision-Making and Operational Effectiveness in a Multinational Environment

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Abstract:

Operations security OPSEC implementation and decision-making are among the multitude of problems operational commanders must address in a multinational environment. This paper uses a Kosovo case study with interviews to demonstrate specific OPSEC challenges facing operational commanders. Particular attention is given to some important principles of decision-making while considering counter-arguments and limitations. Recommendations to deal with the OPSEC challenges center around the need for centralized management, specialized training and courses of action.

Author(s):
Geary, Patrick J.
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL WAR COLL NEWPORT RI JOINT MILITARY OPERATIONS DEPT
Descriptive Note:
Final rept
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA381647
Pagination:
0029

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
NWC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_8.2.4_Leverage Capacities and Capabilities of Security Establishments; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_5.3.2_Apply Situational Understanding; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
C4I
Descriptor(s):
*NATIONAL SECURITY, *OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, *MILITARY COMMANDERS, MILITARY OPERATIONS, DECISION MAKING, PERCEPTION, DECEPTION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Intelligence
Keyword(s):
OPSEC(OPERATIONS SECURITY), *MULTINATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Report Date:
2000 May 16
Creation Date:
2000 Sep 27