Joint Intel Requirements Summit
Northrop Grumman is demonstrating a services-oriented architecture approach to joint intel training, leveraging commercial software, modeling and simulation, as well as innovative workflow and training tools that are tied to key joint C4ISR programs. A key focus of our demonstrations is the workflow steps needed to develop and evaluate various courses of action in a synthetic campaign simulating a major combat operation.
Today’s demonstrations showcase a range of services, using synthetic intel information in a realistic combat environment. A common set of tracks, overlays, mission plans and other ISRcentric products, synchronized to maintain common intel and operations situation awareness, are part of each demonstration. The primary source of information for the scenario is the Joint Semi-Automated Forces Local Virtual Constructive Data Translator in Northrop Grumman’s Aviation Ship Integration Center.
In our vision for joint intel training, warfighters enter a synthetic training “infosphere,” where they join an interactive, collaborative battlespace, much like GoogleEarth.™ The diagram shows one implementation of this concept, using capabilities that exist today in the ASIC. Recent improvements in modern Geospatial Information System tools, tied to web-based knowledge management capabilities and intelligence data feeds, can deliver enormous improvements in training. Synthetic warfighter training for the future will be conducted with a trusted multi-security-level web browser than can run on any desktop computer connected to the Global Information Grid.
We are delighted to present our ideas for the path to this vision. With services-oriented technologies employed throughout each venue, today’s demonstrations are clearly on the transformational path to Joint Command and Control.