Coast Guard: Deployable Operations Group Achieving Organizational Benefits, but Challenges Remain

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Abstract:

The U.S. Coast Guards Deployable Operations Group DOG was established in July 2007 to align all of the services deployable specialized forces under a single unified command. Creation of the DOG was an integral part of the Coast Guards modernization program - a major, ongoing effort to update its command structure, support systems, and business practices. According to Coast Guard officials, the DOG is intended to enhance operational effectiveness and interagency coordination in responding to a wide range of national emergencies and events, such as terrorist threats or natural disasters.

Author(s):
Caldwell, Stephen L. ; Burton, Christopher ;danny ; Kaskie, Lara ; Kostyla, Stanley ; Lambert, Ryan ; Rothgerber, Jeremy
Author Organization(s):
GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OFFICE WASHINGTON DC
Descriptive Note:
Congressional rept. (Briefing charts)
Pagination:
0044

Security Markings

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):
GAO-10-433R
Monitor Series:
GAO
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_5.6_Monitor; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_8.2.4_Leverage Capacities and Capabilities of Security Establishments; JCA_5.6.3_Assess Achievement of Objectives; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_5.4.1_Manage Risk; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.6.1_Assess Compliance with Guidance; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.1_Training
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Human Systems
Descriptor(s):
*DEPLOYMENT, *COAST GUARD OPERATIONS, COUNTERTERRORISM, INTERAGENCY COORDINATION, OIL SPILLS, PORTS(FACILITIES), COAST GUARD PERSONNEL, OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, DISASTERS, LAW ENFORCEMENT
Field(s)/Group(s):
Civil Defense, Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
BRIEFING CHARTS, EMERGENCY RESPONSE, INCIDENT MANAGEMENT, PSU(PORT SECURITY UNITS), MARITIME SECURITY, HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE POLLUTION INCIDENTS, EXPEDITIONARY FORCES, PERFORMANCE AUDIT, GAO REPORTS, MODERNIZATION
Report Date:
2010 Apr 07
Creation Date:
2010 Apr 28