Joint SOF Modular Formations

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  • By JSOU/USSOCOM J7

To increase flexibility and support the force in the 21st century, the SOF enterprise is considering generating joint SOF modular formations (JSMF) that are flexible, interoperable, and composed of cross-functional professionals with appropriate platforms as determined by certification, verification, and validation processes. These formations include the blend of SOF, routine SOF enablers, and unique conventional capabilities required for any given mission. The modular components of the JSMFs may be human-centric or platform-centric, depending on required capabilities. Which components in the SOF enterprise, with what capabilities, are best suited to deliver those capabilities to the rest of the enterprise and/or the joint force? Is a transformation of management for SOF military and civilian personnel needed to better foster the expertise necessary to emergent challenges? How can SOF acquire or leverage the more "high-demand, low-density" skills required across the joint force? What specific individual operational knowledge, skills, and attributes are required for SOF professionals? Are the SOF Truths enduring in lieu of this modularity?