Operational Assessment in the Information Environment

Published Aug. 30, 2024
By 16 AF

TOPIC SPONSOR: 16 AF

Given the complexities of human behavior and decision-making, how should the joint force approach operational assessment in the information environment? How can the Air Force enable that approach through the application of new tradecraft, data science, behavioral analysis, and sensors?

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