F108 Managing Army Change Summary Review Notes

In this lesson you will continue to review the key agencies and major force management processes used in developing warfighting capability provided to combatant comman

safety, security, changing economy, and universal values especially as it pertains to nuclear weapons) leaders face to assess planning risk, as well as adapt and overcome the changing operational environments both stateside and overseas. For example, I better understand the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) role in the combat against terror as well as how the U.S. will use NATO to form coalitions to defeat ISIS and protect U.S. interests. Additionally, the course introduced the Presidents National Security Strategy on mobilizing and leading Global efforts with reason to lead with purpose, strength, by example, as well as with capable partners using all instruments of power that affect long-term global economy and rapid technological changes. This course empathizes the value of every Airmen role as well as reinforces mine in the importance of cybersecurity of our critical infrastructures, the use of deterrence, and how other nations might threaten the U.S. Finally, there are DoD level plans that I was unaware and this helped me understand our leaders plans to carry out military actions swiftly (e.g. deterrence using nuclear operations) to execute their missions within the Congressional budget

The military sees many change initiatives come and go every few years. Quick change over in leadership positions can often be to blame for failed initiatives and lack of training can be at fault too. The military is comprised of many layers of leadership and management and the lack of engagement throughout all these levels is a particular change initiative can be a factor. The change initiative I see come around every few years that is taken seriously for only a short period of time is health and physical fitness.

both technical and tactical elements that became the impetus for the FY 17 Annual Training Guidance.

Following my initial thirty-day evaluation of the 4th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT), it is clear that multiple issues plague the unit due to inadequate training and the fact that leaders have failed to develop and foster a culture of commitment to excellence. Overall, I believe the 4th ABCT, in its current state, is in dire of need of the following training: Sexual harassment/ Assault and Prevention, substance abuse, staff operations, and professional development. Moreover, each identified deficiency further substantiated that Soldiers consistently operated in an environment inundated with ineffective communication, poor morale, subpar guidance, and confidence that was capitulated, by leaders, to the previous command team. As I reflect on the current environment within the command, it is essential that I provide a vision, of where I see the 4th ABCT in the future. Based on the importance of ensuring immediate implementation of all required training identified, I have chosen to use Kotter’s 8 Step Change Model as a method to implement my vision.

The fifth step of the process is empowering broad-based action. The previous four steps help me build the determination among my brigade. The fifth step is to establishing decentralized control, training, listening, resourcing to support the changes, and implementing solutions to problems based on trust and commitment. I will empower, encourage leaders in my brigade to use their strength and proficiency to achieve the team and their individual goals. On the other hand, throughout communicating, I will identify the organizational structure barriers that hinder the performance effectiveness and try to eliminate them.

This study evaluated the effectiveness of the MCTP (Mission Command Training Program). Unlike the traditional training centers that focus on training units on the ground, the MCTP used the simulation programs to carry out training operations. The project provided the efficient strategy to carry out the training, maximized the limited resources, and saved the Department of Army fund for the long-term training project. Typically, the MCTP was the Army Combat Training Center (CTC) that assisted units in building teams as well as developing process to plan and conduct operations in theater. The top priority of the MCTP was to decline the exercise costs and maximize the unique capabilities of the units. The goal of MCTP was also to deliver a cost effective quality training to improve the knowledge and proficiency of the units without jeopardizing the training quality.

I agree with your previous analysis with the force management process. Of particular concern, is DoD’s intent with new training doctrine to implement the new DOTMLPF requirements within the current operating environment. Over the last fifteen years of warfare, DoD attempted to maintain the professional development of NCOs and officers while on deployment through waiving NCOES training requirements and requiring field-grade officers to complete the advanced operations course (AOC). The resulting training “bubble” created an overall backlog in the training environment for NCOES and OES in completing DOTMILPF requirements. To rectify training deficiencies, DoD reinstituted completion NCOES prior to promotions and implemented constructive credit

Space-based platforms support intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) assets that provide an accurate common operating picture that enhances situational awareness (SA). Enhanced SA improves a Staff’s ability to assess, plan, synchronize and coordinate the execution of the Commander’s intent. This fosters operational flexibility and initiative that results in centralized control and decentralized execution which are key aspects

2. The second phase is to do with setting the parameters for the culture to which the organization wishes to move.

Developing Organizational Models begins with the Force Design Update decisions for an organizational change. During phase I-II TRADOC designs or corrects deficiencies in existing organizations.

Through the JCIDS and in conjunction with the Defense Acquisition System (DAS), the joint capabilities are developed. Within the DAS there are five phases of development to be considered.9 These are materiel solution analysis, technology development, engineering and manufacturing development, production and deployment, and operations and support.10 These phases demonstrate the validity of the capabilities and are dependent various milestones being met. Finally, the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process enables the funding of the validated capabilities.11 This extensive process allows consideration of the support requirements for new capabilities including research, development, training, education, procurement, military construction, ammunition, operations and maintenance, civilian and military personnel.12 Additionally, the JCIDS process assesses the needs of all services, avoids duplication, conserves resources, and provides a coordinated approach for determining military capabilities for the future

In todays army, soldiers are required to continuously learn and train in order to keep up with the demand of the ever changing battlefield. To properly conduct these training session, a training management process(TMP) is created to be a universal outline for leading and managing training and development. Examples of the TMP, is the Army Training Network (ATN) and the many doctrines found on Army Publishing Directorate(APD) site. In this essay, we will focus on the importance of three processes that are apart of the TMP; rehearsals, pre-execution checks, and After Action Reviews. We will also focus on the value of web-based training and doctrines, such as ATN and APD.

Rapid decision making is an acronym or a technique that describes the roles and responsibilities for clear decision making for any organization including military combats. This decision making process has five basic stages which are embodied in the name itself (RAPID) namely:

This is the phase where the requirements are noted, feedback regarding requirements are obtained from users