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C2
C2, or Command and Control, refers to the exercise of authority and direction by a designated commander over assigned and attached forces to accomplish a mission. It involves the ability to plan, direct, coordinate, and control forces and operations.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
C2, or Command and Control, signifies the authoritative direction and decision-making executed by designated commanders to orchestrate military forces and operations for mission achievement, encompassing critical functions like planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling activities across the operational environment.
BACKGROUND
Command and control is a "set of organizational and technical attributes and processes ... [that] employs human, physical, and information resources to solve problems and accomplish missions" to achieve the goals of an organization or enterprise, according to a 2015 definition by military scientists Marius Vassiliou, David S. Alberts, and Jonathan R. Agre.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Command & Control
- C&C
- Commander's Authority
- Operational Direction
USAGE NOTE
C2 is a foundational concept in military doctrine, essential for effective leadership and the synchronized deployment of forces.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to C2.
A global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company heavily involved in developing and integrating sophisticated command and control systems for air, land, sea, and space domains.
A major aerospace and defense company that develops advanced command and control systems, integrated air and missile defense, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions for military clients worldwide.
A leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing advanced command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems, and integrated battle management solutions.
A business unit of General Dynamics, providing IT solutions, including integrated command and control systems, cybersecurity, and digital modernization services to military and government agencies.
A British multinational defense, security, and aerospace company that develops and supplies C2 systems, intelligence platforms, and integrated combat solutions for military forces globally.
A technology company providing advanced defense and commercial technologies, including integrated command and control, communications, tactical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems.
A French multinational company specializing in aerospace, defense, transportation, and security, offering a wide range of C2 systems, including tactical C2, air traffic management, and maritime surveillance solutions.
A Swedish aerospace and defense company known for developing and providing advanced defense systems, including sophisticated command and control systems for air, land, and naval forces.