Ready around the clock
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Providing a ship with a manning complement that is operationally ready, well-rested and alert to any emergency is the objective of the Blue/Gold organization model. The work/watch rotation technique, implemented first on the USS Reeves, ensures that a well-rested group of officers and men are always available on-hand during stressful situations. The system, built on the concepts of flexibility and team building, is also credited for ensuring high team morale among the crew.
Publication Name: Proceedings of the US Naval Institute
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0041-798X
Year: 2000
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Lost Patrol: the attack on the Cole
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The terrorist attack on the USS Cole, while it was in Aden, Yemen, in Oct 2000, is an example of the future types of conflict that the US military will be engaged in. While the country's forces are admittedly without peer in the world in terms of capability and resources, it is in its readiness in addressing such types of challenges where it is most vulnerable. A policy grounded in a more active protection of US forces from such threats must be adopted as soon as possible.
Publication Name: Proceedings of the US Naval Institute
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0041-798X
Year: 2001
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