Future Tactical C3 Systems - A Multiple Criteria Decision Problem

摘要

This thesis describes a conceptual and methodological guide by which managers can evaluate (by comparative analysis) and select future Command and Control, Communications (C3) systems. The general issue is that technological advances have rendered the world of C3 confused and in need of new problem solving methodologies. The concept is, that in order for future tactical C3 systems to become more effective, they must be integrated with projected operations and support considerations. This integration can best be accomplished by viewing the C3 systems in question from a Systems perspective. The systems approach identifies the complex interrelationships between C3 systems, the users and the operational context in which the system is to function. The result is a list (score card) of integrated criteria by which future tactical C3 systems can be evaluated. The methodology discussed combines the flexibility and broad scope of General Systems Theory with the simplicity of the Score Card multiple criteria problem-solving technique. Several score card applications are discussed. Future C3 system can be analyzed, evaluated and selected by using conceptual and methodological guide.