@article{901, keywords = {capabilities-based planning, defense planning risks, discrete dynamic optimization, force structure, scenario planning}, author = {Todor Tagarev and Tsvetomir Tsachev and Nikolay Zhivkov}, title = {Formalizing the Optimization Problem in Long-Term Capability Planning}, abstract = {
In defining future force capabilities, decision makers need to balance objectives, strategy, force capabilities, and risk within a forecasted force development environment and resource levels. This is commonly a task in long-term defense and force planning. This paper presents a mathematical formalization of the planning problem that involves static and dynamic optimization. Several static and dynamic discrete optimization models illustrate the approach. The concluding section presents a short deliberation on applicability.
}, year = {2009}, journal = {Information & Security: An International Journal}, volume = {23}, number = {2009}, pages = {99-114}, doi = {http://dx.doi.org/10.11610/isij.2309}, language = {eng}, }