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Vojenské rozhledy / Czech Military Review Nr. 1/2019: 48-58

Modular Force Structure: Risk for NATO Common Defence?Reviewed - Review

Karel Zetocha

The concept of modular forces seems to be an ideal solution for a topical dilemma: how to build a single set of units for a wide range of military operations. However, the concept of unit modularity has its limitations. The article explains how the modular force structure supports flexibility and consequently brings increased demand on the number of support units. For this reason, the modular force organisation cannot be built without massive investment in support capabilities. The concept of modularity includes the risk that shortage of support units will significantly limit the readiness of forces for a large conventional war. The author presents four recommendations for the application of the concept of modularity at a national level to facilitate the formation of allied forces.

Keywords: Army of the Czech Republic; Modularity; NATO; Structure Adaptation; Warfighting Functions

Published: March 15, 2019  Show citation

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Zetocha, K. (2019). Modular Force Structure: Risk for NATO Common Defence? Czech Military Review, 100(1), 48-58
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