Flexible Method for Developing Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Future Capabilities

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Abstract:

epThe goal of the research described in this report was to create a flexible and iterative method for exploring, developing, and refining tactics, techniques, and procedures TTP. The approach harnessed knowledge elicitation KE methodology and simulation-based vignettes to provide a flexible set of tools to structure and guide the TTP development process. The resulting TTP development support package was implemented with Soldiers to assess and improve the method. The effectiveness of the method was measured by participant ratings as well as the research teams ability to implement the process. Using the structured KE process to facilitate TTP development was productive across all simulation vignettes. A majority of participants and researchers rated all aspects of the KE method highly, but identified shortcomings in the technical aspects of the simulation system used. Lessons learned and future recommendations are provided, including simulation requirements and improvements.

Author(s):
Topolski, Richard ; Leibrecht, Bruce C. ; Kiser, Robert D. ; Kirkley, Jamie ; Crabb, Brian T.
Author Organization(s):
NORTHROP GRUMMAN FORT KNOX KY
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. Jun 2007-Feb 2008
Supplementary Note:
Prepared in cooperation with Northrop Grumman Technical Services and Information in Place, Inc.
Pagination:
0078

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ARI-RR-1896
Contract/Grant Number(s):
W74V8H-04-D-0045-0017
Task Number(s):
356
Project Number(s):
A792
Monitor Series:
RR-1896, ARI
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.6.1_Assess Compliance with Guidance; JCA_5.6_Monitor; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_8.2.2_Provide Aid to Foreign Partners and Institutions; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission
Modernization Areas:
Autonomy; Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Autonomy
Descriptor(s):
*COMBAT FORCES, *LESSONS LEARNED, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, SKILLS, ARMY PERSONNEL, COGNITION, TEAMS(PERSONNEL), UNMANNED, EXPERT SYSTEMS, MILITARY EXERCISES, RESEARCH MANAGEMENT, MILITARY TACTICS, REMOTELY PILOTED VEHICLES, COMPUTER PROGRAMS, SIMULATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Information Science, Computer Programming and Software, Military Forces and Organizations
Keyword(s):
*FUTURE CAPABILITIES, *KNOWLEDGE ELICITATION, *FUTURE FORCES, TTP(TACTICS TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES), KE(KNOWLEDGE ELICITATION), FCS(FUTURE COMBAT SYSTEMS), FLEX(FLEXIBLE METHOD OF COGNTITIVE TASK ANALYSIS), UAS(UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS), LEADERS, OOS(ONESAF OBJECTIVE SYSTEM), PE633007A, WUARIA792356
Report Date:
2009 Feb 01
Creation Date:
2009 Jul 22