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Prescriptive analytics (and analytics in general) have a profound impact on my military
career field. As a military professional, the application of prescriptive analytics has
revolutionized the way we approach decision-making and strategic planning. By
harnessing the power of data analysis, we are able to make more informed and
proactive choices, enhancing our operational efficiency and effectiveness on the
battlefield. Additionally, predictive analytics enables us to anticipate potential risks and
mitigate them in advance, ensuring the safety and success of our missions.
According to Varun Bhagat, prescriptive analytics "aims at suggesting (prescribing) the
best decision options in order to take advantage of the predicted future utilizing large
amounts of data" (2020). Therefore, one can see how prescriptive analytics can benefit
military operations by providing the optimal option that will reduce risks and casualties.
I do believe that prescriptive analytics is very important and critical to the Army's
mission, although it is not widely adopted in tactical operations. However, predictive
analytics has proven to be successful when implemented in strategic operations,
especially logistics. The Army Material Commanding General, General Charles
Hamilton, stated that "the right data, at the right time, at the right place, will enable faster
and better decisions at echelon and allow us to out-think and out-pace any adversary"
(Tyler, 2023).
General Charles Hamilton has also reported the successful integration of the AMC
Predictive Analytics Suite, which contains a number of problem-solving instruments that
assist with U.S., partner, and allied operations. These tools stand out not only for the
functionalities they provide but also for the integration of data obtained from international
partners (Tyler, 2023).
In conclusion, the integration of predictive analytics and analytic tools in military
operations has proven to be a game-changer, enhancing situational awareness and
enabling more effective decision-making. This technological advancement has not only
strengthened the capabilities of the U.S. military but also fostered collaboration and
information sharing with international partners, ultimately leading to a more agile and
formidable force on the global stage.
References:
Tyler. (2023, June 13). Army predictive logistics underpins success in Europe.
www.army.mil. Retrieved November 2, 2023,
from
https://www.army.mil/article/267532/army_predictive_logistics_underpins_success
_in_europe#:~:text=The%20AMCAG%20has%20developed%20several,incorporate
%20data%20from%20multinational%20partners
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V. (2020, December 22). How Prescriptive Analytics Is Changing The Face Of Every
industry? Data Science Central
https://www.datasciencecentral.com/how-prescriptive-
analytics-is-changing-the-face-of-every-industry/
Links to an external site.
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