Army Launches Rapid Capabilities Office To Aid With Technology

By Tactical-Life

Modernization in the Russian military has resulted in exceptional cyber, electronic warfare, and anti-access/area-denial capabilities that have raised concerns in the U.S. Army, particularly in the wake of Russia’s 2014 invasion of Crimea and subsequent involvement in Syria.

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“What we saw is that even though we are the best trained and best equipped Army in the world, our adversaries and technology don’t wait on our timetable,” said Maj. Gen. Walter E. Piatt, director for operations of the newly created Army Rapid Capabilities Office.

“Things keep moving. And we saw that very clearly with Russia’s efforts in Crimea and Ukraine.”

In an effort to ensure a rapid boost to the U.S. Army’s own similar capabilities and prevent capability gaps from developing in the future, Secretary of the Army Eric K. Fanning has directed the creation of the Army Rapid Capabilities Office. That office stood up on Aug. 11.

“Its purpose is to really look at urgent, immediate or emerging threats that are defined by the combatant commands that the secretary and the chief of staff believe are critical in nature,” said Doug Wiltsie, who serves as director of the Rapid Capabilities Office.

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Source:: Tactical Life