Achieving Decision Dominance: Leveraging AI in Small Wars

Published on April 22, 2025

The information environment is expansive, complex, and rapidly evolving. During contemporary conflicts, including gray zone and hybrid warfare, perception often outweighs reality. That is why artificial intelligence is critical for navigating this complex yet fluid landscape. The Department of Defense (DoD) can enhance its effectiveness within the information environment during “small wars” to achieve decision dominance, but it needs to further incorporate artificial intelligence and its respective capabilities within its doctrine and culture.

Link to the article: https://smallwarsjournal.com/2025/04/22/achieving-decision-dominance-leveraging-ai-in-small-wars/

 

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