CAPABILITIES-BASED PLANNING IN MILITARY LOGISTICS:
COLOMBIAN MILITARY FORCES CASE
CAPABILITIES-BASED PLANNING IN MILITARY LOGISTICS:
COLOMBIAN MILITARY FORCES CASE
Author(s): Hugo Hernando HERRERA RAMÍREZSubject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Security and defense
Published by: Regional Department of Defense Resources Management Studies
Keywords: Capabilities; Planning; Defense; Transformation; Strategy; Logistics; Interoperability; Sovereignty; Evaluation; Security;
Summary/Abstract: In the contemporary global security landscape, armed forces must navigate increasingly complex and dynamic challenges. Capabilities-Based Planning (CBP) has emerged as a strategic approach to defense planning, emphasizing the development of versatile capabilities to meet a wide range of operational scenarios rather than focusing solely on specific threats. This paper explores the implementation of CBP in different national contexts, with a focus on NATO and Colombia, highlighting the benefits and challenges of this approach.NATO has been a pioneer in adopting CBP, promoting interoperability and resource optimization among its member states. This approach allows NATO to maintain readiness and cohesion across diverse scenarios, enhancing its collective defense capabilities. In contrast, Colombia's experience with CBP underscores the adaptability of the model in resource-constrained environments. Despite logistical and infrastructural challenges, Colombia has successfully implemented CBP as part of its transformation and future of the Public Force program, prioritizing critical capabilities and optimizing resource use to address emerging threats.
Journal: Defense Resources Management in the 21st Century
- Issue Year: 20/2025
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 222-229
- Page Count: 8
- Language: English
