2004 UC Proceedings Abstract
 Applying GIS in Stability and Support Operations in Bosnia Track: Defense and Intelligence Author(s): Jeff Reichman GIS-based analysis is a key analytical tool which military intelligence analyst can exploit in Stability Operations and Support Operations (SOSO) when dealing with crime and corruption, terrorism, force protection and other mission related issues. This paper describes the development of GIS efforts and a geospatial common operational picture (COP) employed during Stabilization Force 13, beginning in the early spring through the fall of 2003. This effort involved various host nation civilian, US military, NATO allies, the United Nations, and various non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and was used to focus limited US and multi-national operational forces. The Geospatial framework and techniques were ultimately used to provided a rapid assessment of the Multinational Bridge North (MNB-N) area of operation (AO) by combining combat information from various sources. The paper also explores the technical, organizational, and operational challenges of creating and applying Geospatial technologies in a fluid SOSO environment. Jeff Reichman National Geospatial Intelligence Agency Asia & Pacific Branch 5722 Rosa Ave Saint Louis , MO 63109 US Phone: (314) 457 1966 E-mail: jeffery.reichman@us.army.mil |
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