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The Decision Making Model: The OODA loop -- Observe, Orient, Decide and Act -- is a four-step approach to decision-making that focuses on filtering available information, putting it in context and quickly making the most appropriate decision, while also understanding that changes can be made as more data becomes available. The OODA loop developed by military strategist and United States Air Force Colonel John Boyd. He applied the concept to the combat operations process, often at the operational level during military campaigns. It is often applied to understand commercial operations, Businesses and learning processes.

"The days of us dragging along a unique Army network to conduct any operation is over." Insightful quote (see below) from the US Army Deputy Chief of Staff, G-6 The purpose of a military network is to move information to where it needs to be, in the format/presentation it needs to be in, to optimize decision-making at all levels, and therefore give a "decision-advantage" to our side. Hence it is said that "winning in the decision space is winning in the battlespace." The question is, with the growing complexity of warfare and exponential growth of information being generated from all sources (military and public), can we still win in the decision space if we are limited by the boundaries of traditional military networks? Or is there a strategic, decision-advantage to be gained by supplementing, or reinforcing these (still necessary) traditional military networks with much more agile, modern, cloud-enabled capabilities? I believe so (I would not have picked my new line of work if I didn't!) Thoughts?

TACP RoundUp: Shaping the Future w/ Veteran TACP Chris Deaver https://lnkd.in/gvsq_4w4 Aaron Love Trenton Seegmiller Chris Deaver TACP Association TACP Foundation Journey through decades of military evolution with Trent as he engages in a profound conversation with Chris Deaver, possibly the oldest active duty Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) member. In this riveting discussion, Chris shares invaluable insights gleaned from his extensive experience, shedding light on generational shifts, the dynamic nature of TACP responsibilities, and the adaptation to ever-changing mission sets. From nurturing new talents at the 353 Schoolhouse to handling immense responsibilities in active duty, this episode offers a firsthand look at the resilience and adaptability of TACPs amidst changing operational landscapes. Dive deep into the realities of deployment, the significance of value addition in missions, and the passionate commitment to service in the multifaceted world of military operations. This discussion is not just a reflection of personal journeys, but a rich tapestry of experiences and lessons that continue to shape the future of the TACP community.

Observing a trend in the military: personnel gain social media spotlight during high-profile positions, notably on birthdays. Yet, as they transition to roles with less visibility, the spotlight dims. Let’s celebrate the dedication and service beyond titles; every role contributes to the strength of our armed forces. 🎉🇳🇬 #MilitaryService #BeyondTitles #BeyondAppointments 🦅

🔮🐺😩🌈🃏 The Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO)[19] or Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer [18][17] is Dr. Craig Martell. [20][21][22][23] USAF secretary Frank Kendall has signalled that the CDAO will have an approach to solving the DoD-wide Joint All-domain command and control (JADC2) problem: "Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen Hicks has already asked Martell to take a leading role in the discussions about JADC2".[24] [25] Martell's approach is bottom-up starting with each agency, working one-by-one, preserving what is important for each agency.[26][27] However connectivity between Nodes is currently the critical resource for JADC2.[28]

Deloitte's Future of Warfighting series focuses on four distinct strategies that can help address the disruptions in how militaries build, buy, and deliver for combat in the digital age.   1. Out with the defense industrial base, in with the defense industrial network 2. Buying for the digital age 3. From efficient to effective combat logistics 4. From Open Source to Everything-as-a-Source Read the report: https://lnkd.in/dGGF52NK

Check out this #WorkforceWednesday Spotlight on TSgt Maycoll Hurtado, Section Chief, DMA HQ Military Personnel. In this spotlight, he talks about what his military experience has been like so far and what it's like to work at Defense Media Activity. Take a moment to check it out below! #IWorkatDMA

Transitions from military to civilian life can be made a lot easier through franchising. In honor of Armed Forces Day, here are the aspects veterans should look for in a franchise.

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As we enter into military appreciation month this May, it is right we take a moment to pause and recognize the sacrifice our military members and their families make for our country. It is a time for us to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy and to express our heartfelt gratitude to those who have defended them. However, at Verizon, we don’t stop with just gratitude.  We understand how critical it is for us to be a trusted, innovative partner with the US Military, Department of Defense, and defense contractors, and we take that responsibility very seriously. That’s why we are committed to work with our military partners every day to address their changing and dynamic needs. We have been driving the digital transformation of military installations addressing integration, management, and security requirements where military members, their civilian counterparts, and their families eat, sleep, play, and shop. We are developing mesh architecture for network cohesion across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. And we are enabling private networks for the military supporting a variety of use cases and integrating various military systems and other networks together for a seamless experience. We are proud to be an innovation partner with those who are dedicated to serving and protecting our country. https://lnkd.in/ed23MMKg #MilitaryAppreciationMonth #Veterans #SupportOurTroops