FORCEnet Implementation Strategy

FORCEnet is currently defined as the operational construct and architectural framework for naval warfare in the information age that integrates warriors, sensors, networks, command and control, platforms, and weapons into a networked, distributed, combat force that is scalable across all levels of conflict from seabed to space and sea to land. Although this definition views FORCEnet as the operational construct and the architectural framework for the entire transformed Navy, some have viewed FORCEnet merely as an information network and the associated FORCEnet architecture merely as an information systems architecture. FORCEnet Implementation Strategy provides advice regarding both the adequacy of this definition and the actions required to implement FORCEnet.Table of ContentsFront MatterExecutive Summary1 Transforming the Navy and Marine Corps into a Network-CentricForce2 Defining FORCEnet3 Joint Capability Development and Department of DefenseNetwork-Centric Plans and Intentions4 Coevolution of FORCEnet Operational Concepts and Materiel5 FORCEnet Architecture and System Design6 Science and Technology to Support the FORCEnet InformationInfrastructure7 Implementation Strategy8 Accounting of the Terms of ReferenceAppendix A: Biographies of Committee Members and StaffAppendix B: Agendas for Committee MeetingsAppendix C: Acronyms and Abbreviations