Construction contracting and civil–military interaction

Kremers, Jasper; Rietjens, Bas; Voordijk, Hans; Boer, S.J. de

doi:10.1080/01446191003762256

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“…al. 2011;Kremers et al 2010). The creation of opportunities for local Afghans and using local resources were at times missing during the early stage of the stability efforts in Afghanistan (Malan 2010).…”

Section: Research Significance and Overarching Importance For The Milmentioning

confidence: 99%

Infrastructure Impact for Human Safety and Resilience : A Case Study

Affleck¹

2018

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Constructing the Afghan National Police (ANP) facilities was among the U.S. Government's (USG) infrastructure development efforts for the stability operation mission in Afghanistan. Therefore, this study selected two communities in the northern and eastern parts of Afghanistan to assess how the introduction of these police stations has influenced the perception of neighborhood safety and local growth. This study used complementary datasets and methods, including multilevel models, to relate qualitative and quantitative information. This study revealed contrasting outcomes: (a) people's feeling of safety attributed to the ANP facilities is higher in the less safe area, and (b) people's perception of the overall neighborhood safety in the two study areas is unrelated to each other. These feelings of safety are associated with perceived trust and confidence in the police; and most importantly, the ANP facilities contributed to a level of perceived institutional influence in promoting patriotism and national identity in the community. Overall, the addition of police infrastructure and institutions in these two study areas has supported security, resilience, and growth in the community. These measures provide novel insights that are practical for assessing impacts on infrastructure development in conflict-ridden environments and can facilitate better-informed decisions for future infrastructure development supporting USG missions. DISCLAIMER: The contents of this report are not to be used for advertising, publication, or promotional purposes. Citation of trade names does not constitute an official endorsement or approval of the use of such commercial products. All product names and trademarks cited are the property of their respective owners. The findings of this report are not to be construed as an official Department of the Army position unless so designated by other authorized documents.

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Section: Research Significance and Overarching Importance For The Milmentioning

confidence: 99%

Infrastructure Impact for Human Safety and Resilience : A Case Study

Affleck¹

2018

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“…When a QUIP was approved the project was contracted to a local firm. Rather than an open-tender procedure, contracting closely resembled the multiple negotiated tendering (Kremers et al, 2010). It proved difficult for the members of the mission teams, however, to grasp the contracting dynamics.…”

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Meeting needs: value chain collaboration in stabilisation and reconstruction operations

Rietjens

Goedee²,

Sommeren³

et al. 2014

Journal of Humanitarian Logistics and Supply Chain Management

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Purpose – From the perspective of value chains, the purpose of this paper is to analyse the organization of stabilization and reconstruction operations, most notably in Afghanistan, with the intention to improve the way the beneficiaries are involved. Design/methodology/approach – Case study: the paper first develops a theoretical framework that draws upon value chain literature. To gather empirical data fieldwork was done within the Dutch provincial reconstruction team (PRT) in Afghanistan. Methods that were used include interviews, participatory observation and desk study. Findings – In the value chain process six steps are identified: early warning, file and analysis, appraisal/qualification, assignment/management, execution and evaluation. Different categories of personnel (military, reservists, civilians) bring with them different backgrounds. This led to different opinions on who can be considered as the customer of the value chain. Moreover, personnel received different signals in the early warning step as to what needed to be done. From there on, different values and perspectives developed during the sequence of the various stages in the value chain that were not easily aligned. The formal structure of the work activities in the PRT was clear but did not match with the everyday reality. This showed another, much more fuzzy picture. Many mutual contacts were needed to overcome the coordination problems, but that required considerable additional efforts. Originality/value – The paper applies value chain literature to stabilization and reconstruction operations and focuses on the customers. It uses unique data and demonstrates the usefulness of a multidisciplinary approach.

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“…As many military operations take place in austere locations, the use of locally sourced construction materials and labour, as well as food and water, can significantly reduce the burden on the logistics network. As a side effect, using such capacity can also help strengthen local economies and capacity building (Rietjens et al , 2009; Kremers et al , 2010). Future research could usefully focus on the specific tendering processes and criteria to select local providers, as well as on the absorptive capacity of the host nation (Kremers et al , 2010).…”

Section: A Research Agenda For the Futurementioning

confidence: 99%

“…As a side effect, using such capacity can also help strengthen local economies and capacity building (Rietjens et al , 2009; Kremers et al , 2010). Future research could usefully focus on the specific tendering processes and criteria to select local providers, as well as on the absorptive capacity of the host nation (Kremers et al , 2010).…”

Section: A Research Agenda For the Futurementioning

confidence: 99%

Defence logistics: an important research field in need of researchers

Yoho¹,

Rietjens²,

Tatham³

2013

International Journal of Physical Distribution &Amp; Logistics Management

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Purpose-The purpose of this paper is to provide an introduction to the defence logistics special issue and to provide an overview of the contribution to defence logistics research of each of the papers contained therein. A review of the field of defence logistics is offered, together with a discussion of the historical and contemporary issues that have confronted researchers and practitioners. Current research is described, and a research agenda is proposed. Design/methodology/approach-The editorial provides a conceptual discussion of defence logistics as it has been studied in the past and is being studied in the present, and a reflection on the ways in which past research can usefully inform future research agendas. Findings-In light of the current state of defence logistics research and the anticipated characteristics of future combat operations, the paper highlights areas where academic research has the potential to make a significant contribution in the development and choice of alternative approaches in the provision of defence logistics Research limitations/implications-A future research agenda is proposed that is informed by recent transformations in the conduct of warfare, as well as through anticipated changes in the global strategic landscape. Comparisons are made between defence logistics operations and their commercial counterparts to illustrate where there may be opportunities for adaptation based on the underlying similarities. Originality/value-This paper discusses the major threads and themes of defence logistics research as a discipline, highlights the changing landscape of conflict in the 21 st Century and provides a future research agenda for those working in the field.

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Construction contracting and civil–military interaction

Cited by 9 publications

References 22 publications

Infrastructure Impact for Human Safety and Resilience : A Case Study

Infrastructure Impact for Human Safety and Resilience : A Case Study

Meeting needs: value chain collaboration in stabilisation and reconstruction operations

Defence logistics: an important research field in need of researchers

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