Intermediate Operational Commanders. A Role for Naval Destroyer Squadron Commanders

摘要

Advances in Information Technology (IT) systems and decision aids offer increased speed of command in warfare. What effect does IT have on the authority of intermediate operational commanders such as Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) Commanders in the U.S. Navy. Intermediate commanders remain vital to manage the 'how' to complete the operational scheme of Joint Force Commanders (JFC) despite the increased availability of shared information. DESRON commanders' traditional and current roles offer leadership experience to provide intuitive decision making and prepare the battlefield in maritime service applications and joint operations.