NGC2
Coverage of NGC2 in the Nexus archive.
- The US Army's networked battlefield is taking shape. Spotty connections show the work ahead.
The US Army is testing a prototype of its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) system, which aims to network battlefield operations through digital tools. Soldiers reported improved planning and communication, but challenges like drone issues and lost signals highlight the work needed to ensure reliability under combat conditions.
- US Army soldiers say you can't just pour AI on new warfighting tech like ranch dressing
US Army soldiers testing the Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) platform emphasize a deliberate, guardrails-based approach to integrating AI, using it for specific tasks like targeting analysis and supply prediction rather than as a universal solution. The Army conducted a live-fire exercise in Colorado to stress-test NGC2, which enhances battlefield communications and vehicle-based command capabilities with human oversight.