Journal of Defense Resources Management

JoDRM Volume 14, Issue no. 1 (26), April 2023

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CONTENTS
I. ARTICLES
PREPARING FOR AND PRACTICING MISSION COMMAND IN THE CONTEMPORARY MILITARY ENVIRONMENT Cezar VASILESCU Regional Department of Defense Resources Management Studies, Brasov, Romania
Abstract
Today‘s military environment requires many states to fi nd ways to develop capabilities to fi ght a high-intensity conventional war, to protect and to fi ght with scattered forces under the conditions of an eff ective adversary threat to include air attacks and modern missile technology. Simultaneously, modern disruptive technology could deny command structures the ability to maintain constant communication with their forces on the ground. Such situations in which subordinates are unable to communicate easily with their superiors might create the risk of losing the fi ght initiative or the chance to seize opportunities while awaiting new orders. These factors emphasize the importance of creating military units that can fi ght autonomously, with limited guidance from higher levels of command, by properly exercising Mission Command (MC) principles. The main goal of this paper is to analyze the role of education as an enabler to an easier adoption of Mission Command philosophy, to formulate recommendations regarding the establishment of a proper organizational culture that favors MC and to highlight the complexity of implementing MC in practice.
Key words:
Mission Command, Military education system, Leadership.
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CHINA’S THREE WARFARE STRATEGY. ORIGINS, EVOLUTION, APPLICABILITY Cosmina NECULCEA „Henri Coandă” Air Force Academy, Brașov, Romania
Abstract
The Information Age is characterized not only by new challenges, but also by a new set of criteria in defi ning victory. Joseph Nye, the father of the concept of soft power, observed that, in the 21st century, confl icts are more about the victory of narratives than armies. States like China or Russia, two ambitious powers, took this matter seriously, being the fi rst to ask themselves questions about What war is and whether it is possible to win without engaging into battle? In 2003, China adopted the Three Warfare Strategy/ 3Ws, a strategy that practically reinvented the understanding of war, and by combining the three types of warfare (psychological, public opinion and legal), it helped and continues to help China meet its goals. In China’s view, this strategy represents a force multiplier, aimed at ensuring its domestic development, regional importance of the state, expansion as a global power and increasing infl uence at international level. The purpose of this article is to identify the origins and foundations of this strategy and the manner in which it produces eff ects.
Key words:
information age, three warfare strategy, infl uencing actions, mass media, public opinion, legality.
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KENYA-UGANDA TRANSBOUNDARY DISPUTE RESOLUTION MECHANISMS WITH REGARD TO PROMOTION OF BILATERAL ECONOMIC SECURITY MANAGEMENT Masoud MWINYI* Elijah Onyango Standslause ODHIAMBO** Ministry of Interior & Coordination of National Government, Kenya National Police Service *Bomet University College (BUC), Kenya Department of Arts, Governance and Communication Studies
Abstract
Social media has become a powerful force. t exerts influence by shaping the public’s perceptions of various issues, including defense related topics. Public opinion, in turn, has effects on war, military policies, and budgets. Thus, understanding the public discourse and associated sentiment on defense related issues and identifying the influencers in social media is important. Techniques such as text mining are a relatively inexpensive and efficient means to acTransboundary disputes over Lake Victoria between Kenya and Uganda concern resources in the marine zone. This transboundary confl ict has had a negative impact on managing economic security since it has not been adequately addressed in resolutions. This study evaluates the strategies for resolving transboundary disputes between Kenya and Uganda in light of strengthening bilateral economic security management. The study was infl uenced by the structural-functionalist philosophy, social confl ict, and John Burton’s theory of confl ict resolution. The research design used in the study was descriptive. The samples were chosen using simple random sampling methods and purposive sampling techniques. Philosophically, the work provided a foundation for future research and helped us comprehend transboundary issues and how to manage them. Findings indicated that mediation and conciliation were the most used mechanism in resolving disputes in Lake Victoria. However, this approach has not reach zenith as far as managing dispute between Kenya and Uganda is concerned. The study recommends that, sensitization programs tailored towards eff ective dispute management be put into place and awareness programs disseminated along contested boundaries. In this regard, economic security management will be bolstered well.hieving these objectives. This study employs these techniques to empirically analyze Twitter references to the United States Air Force (USAF) over a seven month period and provide recommendations for potential changes to current USAF social media operations.
Key words:
Bilateral economic security, dispute resolution mechanisms.
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THE EFFECTS OF COMPENSATION, CAREER DEVELOPMENT, AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ON SOLDIERS’ MOTIVATION TO ATTEND THE OFFICER FORMATION EDUCATION (DIKTUKPA) FOR NCO RESOURCE OFFICERS MEDIATED BY STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP Umar SANTOSO, Willy ARAFAH, Sarfi lianty ANGGIANI* Doctoral Student, Trisakti University, Grogol Petamburan, Jakarta-Indonesia *Lecturer Staff, Trisakti University, Grogol Petamburan, Jakarta-Indonesia
Abstract
This study analyzed how compensation, organizational culture, and career development the motivation of NCO soldiers in attending Diktukpa through Strategic leadership as a mediating variable. This study addressed the research gap by involving Strategic leadership as a mediating variable to the direct and indirect eff ects of compensation, organizational culture, and career development on NCO students’ motivation. This quantitative study employed Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) on Amos software 26. Data for this study were obtained from 340 randomlyselected NCO students. This research established the existence of a favorable relationship between soldier salary, career advancement, and organizational culture and soldiers’ motivation to participate in Diktukpa as well as strategic leadership. A positive infl uence was also found in Soldier compensation, career development, and organizational culture on the motivation of Strategic leadership as a mediating variable. The results indicated the direction of evaluation and sound personnel planning that should be taken into account when hiring or accepting offi cers from non-commissioned offi cer sources, including pay, career development, organizational culture, and strategic leadership. It is important to boost NCO pupils’ motivation for personal growth. The impact of strategic leadership on soldiers’ motivation is presented in this study in connection to pay and career advancement. . This study provides relevant insights into the current conditions and factors that included compensation and career development, Strategic leadership in infl uencing the motivation of the soldiers.
Key words:
Motivation, Compensation, Organizational Culture, Strategic leadership, Career, Officer Formation Education (Diktukpa).
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ANALYTICAL HIERARCHY PROCESS AND TOPSIS APPROACH TO STRATEGY DETERMINATION OF DEPO LEVEL MAINTENANCE FOR SUBMARINE BENY BUDHI SEPTYANTO, I NENGAH PUTRA, ARIES SUDIARSO Indonesia Defense University
Abstract
Defense Industry Policy Committee (DIPC) and PT.PAL Indonesia projects have not yet determined a strategy in determining the implementation of submarine maintenance. Availability of the budget in carrying out maintenance and repair of submarines is one of the obstacles that is quite diffi cult in carrying out scheduled and planned maintenance of the defense equipment. On the other hand, if a policy is implemented to carry out continuous maintenance, it will result in a very high maintenance budget burden. Based on the current conditions and several previous studies, this study aims to provide an analysis of development strategy priorities in determining submarine maintenance. This study uses the MCDM Hybrid Technique approach combining the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) methods. While the AHP method is applied in screening decision criteria and determining the weight of each decision criterion, the TOPSIS method is used in ranking alternative maintenance strategies. Based on the results of the study, the criteria for the maintenance strategy on the Submarine showed that the safety level criterion (C4) had the highest weight of 0.201 with a CR of 0.097. Then the Technology Use criterion (C3) weights 0.143 as the second criterion. The resource availability criterion (C7) is the third criterion with a weight of 0.135. While the Operational Time criterion (C5) weights 0.056 as the criterion with the smallest weight. Submarine-02 with the Medium category maintenance strategy. Submarine-03 with a medium-level maintenance strategy weight 0.633. Furthermore, Submarine-01 and Submarine-04 are currently still in the Corrective level maintenance category with respective weights of 0.279 and 0.344.
Key words:
Maintenance Level, Submarine, TOPSIS (Technique for Others Reference by Similarity to Ideal Solution), Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP).
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UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE RECONNAISSANCE FLIGHT IN THE ENERGY SAVING MODE Azad Bayramov Institute of Control Systems, Baku, Azerbaijan
Abstract
The targets and vehicle objects tracking on the ground and control by use of UAV are two well-studied problems. However, most of the papers focused on the quality of detection of moving targets from one or more UAVs and did not mention energy effi ciency. This article discusses the problem of minimizing the energy consumption of a UAV performing a reconnaissance mission, with the maximum number of observed objects on the ground. The mathematical formalization of the problem is considered. The condition for minimizing the UAV energy consumption is formulated. An objective function is obtained, which must be minimized to solve energy saving problem. The energy-informational effi cient mode of operation of the UAV is considered. Criteria for minimizing UAV power consumption have been developed and considered.
Key words:
unmanned aerial vehicle, minimization of energy consumption, reconnaissance fl ight, monitoring, ground facilities.
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USING WEBPAGES AS CRYPTOGRAPHIC KEYS IN A ONE-TIME PAD SYSTEM Farman MAMMADOV* Elkhan SABZIEV** National Defence University, Military Scientifi c-Research Institute, Baku, Azerbaijan *Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Control Systems Institute, Baku, Azerbaijan
Abstract
Nowadays, in order to ensure its confi dentiality, it has become necessary to take additional measures during the transfer of information from one place to another through modern network technologies. In the symmetric encryption algorithms developed for this purpose, the sensitive aspect is the secrecy of the information used as a cryptographic key. In this paper, the problem of sending the key to the parties and the solutions proposed for this purpose were analyzed, and information about one-time pads and their features were provided. In this research, an approach for using web pages as a one-time cryptographic key is proposed. At the same time, a method of identifying and agreeing to use web pages and social network posts as cryptographic keys has been developed.
Key words:
cryptography, symmetric encryption, encryption algorithms, cryptographic key, one-time pad.
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ASPECTS CONCERNING RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES IN ROMANIA AND EU COUNTRIES Cristina ANTONOAIE Regional Department of Defense Resources Management Studies, Brasov, Romania
Abstract
In today’s world the research and development are essential for society. In this paper we have analyzed three indicators refl ecting this aspect: research and development expenditure by sectors of performance, total researchers by sectors of performance, and share of women researchers.
Key words:
R&D, sectors of performance, researchers, digital society.
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IMPROVEMENT OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS George BUCATA , Diana Elena RANF, Alexandru-Marius RIZESCU “Nicolae Bălcescu” Land Forces Academy, Sibiu, Romania
Abstract
Knowledge management is a relatively recent phenomenon in its scope, but it has emerged on the wave of growing interest in changing the conventional/ traditional format of knowledge management. At the beginning of the last decade, many organizations found that they could no longer keep up with the increasing complexity of their tasks. Managers could not simply do what they were used to doing in the rigid production hierarchy. To do what they were supposed to do, they needed access to knowledge, but they also needed new skills to acquire it. The transmission of knowledge through successive “transfers” is an essential part of the concept of the “technological society” in which we live today, including educational institutions. The aim of this article is to demonstrate, through a documentary analysis, the usefulness of integrating knowledge management concepts and practices into the activities of higher education institutions in order to improve performance and simplify work processes.
Key words:
knowledge management, educational institutions, educational management, institutional management.
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TYPES AND STYLE OF MILITARY TEXTS USED IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHING Nasibova Lutviya AKIF Military Scientifi c Research Institute of the National Defense University, Baku, Azerbaijan
Abstract
The article talks about the importance of teaching the culture of speech in military educational schools. One of the actual issues of teaching the culture of speech is the choice of style, the perfection of speech and the essence of the choice of style. In the development of speech culture of cadets, the analysis of military texts, especially military discourses during the teaching of a foreign language, is brought to the fore. The use of military texts in military educational institutions will help to improve the language skills of cadets and enrich vocabulary in the military fi eld in the future. Also, I think my scientifi c article is relevant in terms of functional style. The article is also a helpful supply in the students’ choice of style.
Key words:
discourse, style, the culture of speech, business and academic communication.
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THE INFLUENCE OF HYBRID ATTACKS ON A STATE IN AN ALLIED CONTEXT Claudiu-Florin NISTOR Land Forces Staff , Bucharest, Romania
Abstract
The interdependence of states on each other is now increasingly visible, mainly from an economic perspective, due to the opening up of markets along with the phenomenon of globalisation. This relationship becomes more pronounced and visible in an allied or union context, where more relaxed trade policies between states also facilitate the negative eff ects of hybrid attacks on a member state or neighbour. The infl uence of such attacks, even if their main purpose is closely related to weakening the combat capacity of the adversary state and facilitating its own military advance, is felt over a wide regional area, undergoing a transformation from an attack with a military objective to an attack with an economic eff ect. A specifi c example of this is the hybrid attacks that have been enhanced by the Russian Federation’s maritime supremacy in the Black Sea area bordering Ukraine, as a result of which maritime grain exports have been halted, with global eff ects that have required a joint eff ort by the main world players to avoid a possible crisis. This article analyses the immediate and medium-term eff ects of such hybrid attacks, especially those on the European continent, contrasting the two international entities, the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.
Key words:
hybrid attack, Euro-Atlantic area, national interdependence, Alliance.
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