1.0 DSOM Briefing to PCGSOM PMP Workshop

Security Institute Overview

• Agency Focus: Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSC) aims to enhance global security cooperation.

Mission Objectives

• Capacity Building: Enhance institutional capacity for partner nations' security management.

• Support Activities: Directly engage in initiatives to improve security sector governance and management competencies.

Key Relationships

• Partnerships: Operates under the INDOPACOM Commander and JUSMAG-PHIL, involving collaboration with the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).

Request for Strategic Support

• Aim: Assist PCG in developing a Master Development Plan (MDP).

  • Needs Addressed:

    • Assessment of capability and acquisition planning.

    • Development of training and decision-making processes for resource management.

    • Implementation of DSOM-like management systems.

Capability-Based Planning Overview

• Definition: Develops efficient military force structures based on capability assessments to address security challenges within budget constraints.

• Focus Areas:

  • Assess force structure adequacy for impending security threats.

  • Address legislation and public confidence in defense resource allocations.

GBM: Force Elements**

• Components:

  • Potential needs: Personnel, Investment in systems, Training and readiness.

  • Analysis of future operating costs and management of resources.

DOTmLPF-P Analysis Framework

• Elements of planning:

  • Doctrine, Organization, Training, Materiel, Leadership, Personnel, Facilities.

  • Focuses on capability development needed for security operations.

DSOM Process and Outcomes

• Main activities:

  • Collaborative evaluations to develop strategic planning.

  • Decision-support processes to promote informed and timely outcomes.

Financial and Resource Management

• Management Systems:

  • Implement an interlinked framework for Defense Planning Guidance, Budgeting, and Performance Assessment.

  • Annual Plans and quarterly reviews are essential for oversight and adjustments to budget execution.

Cultural & Structural Integration**

• FOCIS System: Links program planning with budget execution and management, enabling comprehensive analytics for resource allocation and operational effectiveness.