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Capability gaps and the absence of assessment – Logistics ‘unpreparedness’ and the International Forces East Timor mission in 1999 – Part Four

Logistics in War

Being so, and to ensure it is ready when needed, a range of exercises – in the field and ‘command post-exercises’ held within an on-base environment, is essential. Exercises only began after logistics forces had moved in advance to prepare arrangements before the combat forces arrived for the main game.

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Capability gaps and the absence of assessment – Logistics ‘unpreparedness’ and the International Forces East Timor mission in 1999 – Part Four

Logistics in War

Being so, and to ensure it is ready when needed, a range of exercises – in the field and ‘command post-exercises’ held within an on-base environment, is essential. Exercises only began after logistics forces had moved in advance to prepare arrangements before the combat forces arrived for the main game.

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Hire payment in time charters: a condition or not – a legal perspective

Shipping and Freight Resource

It is an optional clause of the contract which the shipowner may choose whether to exercise it or not. The shipowner is not required by the charterparty to withdraw vessels from the charterer.

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Tyranny of the Easy Button: Finding Balance Between Contract & Organic Logistics

Logistics in War

In 2001, under LOGCAP III, support returned to KBR which supported expanding operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Djibouti, Jordan, Kenya, Uzbekistan and Georgia. Furthermore, with contractor utilization becoming more commonplace on the battlefield, commanders began expecting similar support at home during exercises. Rules Creep.

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The Australian Defence Force and industry support to operations – is it time for a new ‘national support agenda’?

Logistics in War

Industry’s ability to support ADF operations was conceptualised, and tested – albeit in a haphazard and ultimately inadequate way – during the major exercises of the time. The idea of national support culminated with the raising of the National Support Division (NSD) in 1997 during the Defence Reform Program.

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The Australian Defence Force and industry support to operations ? is it time for a new ?national support agenda??

Logistics in War

Industry’s ability to support ADF operations was conceptualised, and tested – albeit in a haphazard and ultimately inadequate way – during the major exercises of the time. The idea of national support culminated with the raising of the National Support Division (NSD) in 1997 during the Defence Reform Program.

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What Steph Curry and LeBron James Can Teach Us About Innovation

GlobalTranz

Exercises to improve dribbling skills to imitate Curry’s will become common. They ran rampant over opposing defenses from 1999 to 2001, breaking the all-time yardage record and scoring over 500 points in three consecutive seasons. Players will work doggedly to become as fast and as strong as James.