Joint Vision 2010 Operational Concepts and Issues in Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW)

Abstract

Abstract : The premise behind Joint Vision 2010 is that its operational concepts apply across the full spectrum of military operations. Yet very little, if anything, is written regarding operationalizing its concepts to Military Operations Other Than War (MOOTW). Specifically, much is written on how Joint Vision 2010 Operational Concepts, Dominant Maneuver and Precision Engagement, can be applied in a Major Theater of War (MTW), but doctrinal application of these concepts to MOOTW is lacking. Additionally, Joint Vision 2010 does not focus on other issues such as anticipated 21st century military challenges. Technology application for MOOTW, JOINT VISION 2010 synergy in MOOTW, and combined and Joint Interagency interaction all affect the application of Joint Vision 2010 operational concepts in MOOTW. In short, there is a void of doctrine, tactics, techniques and procedures which should be examined in order to provide the next level of detail to move to an experimentation or assessment phase of Joint Vision 2010 in conducting MOOTW.