Month: July 2026
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Modern-day Marshals
The essence of command and control is translating a commander’s intent into synchronized action across dispersed forces at the decisive time and place. As Napoleon’s marshals accomplished these functions in the past, air battle managers carry on the same tradition today. Read more
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The Next Rep: AI-Assisted Simulation and the Future of C2 Training
AI-assisted simulation can address the shortage of frequent, high-quality C2 training repetitions between larger training events. By automating scenario variations, role-playing, and debriefs within instructor boundaries, AI can improve training outcomes. This ensures limited, high-fidelity training time focuses on advanced battle management decisions rather than basic skills. Read more
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PODCAST – Automated Battle Management (and 1 year of C2 Coord)
“JB” Baker joins SWAT and Opie in a discussion centered on JB’s piece Your Radios: A Retiring Air Battle Manager’s Assessment of the Future of Command and Control and the Question I’m Leaving Behind, while also reflecting on one year of C2 Coord and looking ahead to another amazing year! Read more