Development and Evaluation of Management Alternatives, Job Preparation Packages and Battle Drill Guidelines

摘要

This report summarizes a three-year research program to improve the efficiency of garrison management of infantry Companies and Batteries; to enhance the abilities of company/battery commanders to develop and manage effective and efficient combat training; and to enhance the development and job performance of non-commissioned officers. Phase I - Information and Synthesis - produced a compendium of all company/battery official requirements; research results as to what company/battery personnel actually do based on extensive questionnaires and observations; and a description of job and career preparation procedures. Phase II - Design and Test Planning - included research to identify and design innovative garrison management approaches and research to identify and design appropriate job performance aids to assist job holders cope with their requirements. During Phase III - Testing and Refinement - the management recommendations were tracked and the job aids tested and refined. The report presents an overview of the entire research project, describes products and test results and summarizes key findings. A bibliography of twenty-two reports which contain the detailed methodology, results, and conclusions for each portion of the project is included. (Author)