Mathematical modelling of a complex and contested conflict environment: influence of logistics and resource transfer

Project Summary

This project builds upon a networked model of decision-making agents in a complex conflict environment. The team proposes to advance these modelling efforts to combine the command and control (C2) function with additional logistic and resource transfer components.

Using complex systems modelling, this project will integrate the warfighting functions of: C2, Movement and Manoeuvre, Influence Activity and Sustainment/Logistics. A primary objective is to develop a better understanding of the behaviour of networks of decision-making agents using dynamically changing strategies based on the resource transfer and allocation.

The model is intended to provide decision support for the ADF, including operational planning, and will be tested in highly complex situations.