general dynamics

…Nonetheless, many power generator plants were destroyed later in the campaign, in part because traditional empirical measurements of electrical capacity showed that the Iraqis still had substantial usable resources. This hampered civilian recovery following the campaign…

…Brainstorming is one of the most widely used group idea generation tools today, capitalizing on the idea that grouping people together is more effective than letting participants work alone. Conducting a structured brainstorming session is most…

…They also interact with political, security, economic, and real estate key leaders as well as the general population. Networks are notably resistant to the loss of any one or even several nodes, so the focus of…

…The purpose of targeting is to integrate and synchronize fires into joint operations by utilizing available capabilities to generate a specific lethal or nonlethal effect on a target. The joint targeting cycle provides an iterative, logical…

…In general, assessments should answer two questions: “Is the joint force doing things right?” “Is the joint force doing the right things?” The JFC also can use MOEs to determine progress toward success in those operations…

…Unity of command in joint operations is maintained through the application of the various command relationships as follows. “The key is not to make quick decisions, but to make timely decisions.” General Colin Powell Chairman of…

…Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) is a field operating agency under the administrative guidance and oversight of the Inspector General of the Air Force (SAF/IG). It is a federal law enforcement agency, and…