EXECUTING DISTRIBUTED OPERATIONS IN A CONTESTED MARITIME ENVIRONMENT - Distributed maritime operations (DMO) is the warfighting concept at the heart of the US Navy’s planning for current and future operations. How well is the Navy poised for executing this concept? Our report delves into the specific ideas guiding the concept, particularly how to achieve decision advantage and what successful implementation looks like, not only for the Navy but the entire Joint Force. As the United States looks ahead to increased maritime competition in the Indo-Pacific and elsewhere, it is crucial for the Navy to implement the right plans and capabilities to perform its mandated Title X operations.

ORIGINAL AIRDATE: 07/01/2024