This consistency gives the system a seamless connectivity among all aspects. For example, if a missile threat against the U.S. arises, the consistent data model helps ensure that intelligence information is properly exchanged and that orders to destroy threatening missiles are disseminated in time. Before the advent of digital systems, this was all done by voice telephone calls. The data models we've created, however, helps us understand the soldier's requirements and how to exchange data among battlefield systems. This is a fundamentally important criteria for what we call 'Information Dominance' on the battlefield.
Information can be as strategic as any other weapon.
BP win helps us develop training documentation and doctrine so we can train the force how to better protect the nation. Previously, there was a chain of radio messages that would be needed to make the request and supply the necessary artillery support. Now, the soldier can key in that request for fire on a portable terminal which transfers the request to the Automated Field Artillery Tactical Data System. Now, that request for fire can digitally go to any Army, Air Force, or Marine Corps artillery units for execution. It's more faster, more efficient, safer for soldiers, and more successful as well.