- ročník: 2022
- číslo: 4
- typ článku: Přehledový / Peer-reviewed
Russian aggressions against Georgia (2008) and Ukraine (2014) led NATO into unprecedented changes in the NATO deterrence and defense posture at its eastern flank. The establishment of NATO Force Integration Units with their mission to facilitate high readiness forces deployment was one of the measures taken. The role and tasks of NATO Force Integration Units are very complex. They include a variety of different tasks across all levels: strategic, operational and tactical from peacetime up to activation of Article 4 or 5 of the Washington Treaty. Besides the main mission, these tasks consist of: assurance, deterrence, planning, information sharing, situational awareness, and liaison to Host Nation including contribution to strategic communication. The complexity of the performed tasks and their location in capital cities make NATO Force Integration Units an effective and valuable element of the NATO deterrence and defense posture at the eastern flank.
- ročník: 1991
- číslo: 1
- stav: Recenzované / Reviewed
- typ článku: Vědecký / Research
The paper evaluates the level of cooperation between the Ministry of Defence and the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) in the field of procurement of military equipment. In the practical part, the results of the research on the level of participation of Czech-based suppliers in NSPA activities between 2018 and 2022 are presented. Pareto analysis comparing the participation of the Czech and international companies in contracts implemented by NSPA in terms of their subject, quantity and financial value is used. Qualitative case studies from three different areas illustrate in which NSPA projects the Czech Republic has already been involved in and which benefits and risks are associated with this cooperation for the MoD. Positives and drawbacks in the process of acquiring military equipment in-house and opportunities and threats that may arise from the acquisition of military equipment through the NSPA are summarised in the form of the SWOT analysis. Finally, recommendations are presented on how to improve the cooperation between the MoD and the NSPA in the field of acquisition.
Read more: NATO Support and Procurement Agency: a Powerful Instrument of Collaborative Logistics
- ročník: 2024
- číslo: 2
- typ článku: Vědecký / Research
The process of procuring military equipment, technology, material, and associated services (VM) is frequently shrouded in concerns about cost-effectiveness and, in some instances, even becomes the focus of law enforcement investigations. This often leads to delays in strategic investments and exposes involved individuals to the risk of criminal charges. Additionally, there is a notable lack of capacity to impartially evaluate the overall investment's efficacy. Consequently, the "Znalec" (Expert Witness) project was initiated as a part of the defense research program. Its objective is to explore the feasibility of establishing an expert institute that could impartially assess the value of the military procurements, set a standard for evaluating these assets, and outline a training program for relevant experts. This paper specifically addresses the first objective of the project, proposing a legal framework for the expert institute based on an extensive systems analysis.
- ročník: 2015
- číslo: 1
- typ článku: Ostatní / Other
Presented text mainly deals with the issue of long-term planning in the department of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) of the Czech Republic. The issue is discussed at many levels, taking into account economic and other operational factors that are very important for adequate functioning of the department. Attention is focused both on theoretical considerations, and practical implications of proper planning.
Read more: Not only on the Long-term Planning in the Defence Sector
- ročník: 2011
- číslo: 3
- typ článku: Přehledový / Peer-reviewed
V oblasti obranného plánování má příští operační prostředí rozhodující vliv na tvorbu a rozvoj koncepcí použití ozbrojených sil v budoucích operacích. Tyto úvahy jsou vstupním podkladem a rozhodujícím prvkem pro výstavbu a rozvoj ozbrojených sil. Článek objasňuje nové přístupy ke scénářům a operačním koncepcím, tedy koncepcím budoucího použití ozbrojených sil, jenž by měly být základem všech úvah a zároveň východiskem pro tvorbu vizí a dalších koncepčních materiálů pro výstavbu, rozvoj a následné operační použití ozbrojených sil v dlouhodobém horizontu.