Vojenské Rozhledy

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Vojenské rozhledy / Czech Military Review Nr. 4/2023: 86-109

Deficits in Strategic Communication for ArmamentsReviewed - Research

Vladimír Vyklický1, Ivo Pikner2
1 University of Defence
2 University of Defence

The aim of this paper is to contribute to scientific research in the field of examining the shortcomings in the use of strategic communication for armaments. A comprehensive approach that rationalises the political, military, economic and technical decision-making process, as well as appropriate strategic communication with stakeholders, is required for the procurement of military equipment for the armed forces. The paper first analyses the existing shortcomings in the use of strategic communication in support of armaments, and then recommends a model for the adequate use of it. The results of a questionnaire survey and structured interviews with specialists in strategic communication and armaments show a high level of support for the use of strategic communication. However, the selected case studies on the Pandur and BVP modernization projects did not confirm the assumption of an improvement in the ability of the Czech Ministry of Defence to acquire new military equipment.

Keywords: Acquisition; Armament; Communication; Modernisation; Planning

Published: December 15, 2023  Show citation

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Vyklický, V., & Pikner, I. (2023). Deficits in Strategic Communication for Armaments. Czech Military Review, 104(4), 86-109
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