An ODP model for military IDA systems [open distributed processing]

Modern warfare requires fast, reliable support from logistic systems. Sophisticated high technology weapons demand fast reaction on the battlefield. This leads to a greater need for automation and interoperation of computer systems, from sensing, through action, to support systems. This paper suggests how interoperability within military command, control, communications and information (C3I) systems can be analysed and ultimately could be achieved. This paper presents chosen results of MoD sponsored research within the Methods of C3I Interoperability (MCI) Programme. The primary focus is towards interoperability, but with a secondary focus on procurement. The aim is to assist the MoD to specify systems with sufficient inherent versatility for interoperation when needs arise