In today’s complex and fast-evolving operational landscape, wargaming has emerged as an essential tool for strategic planning. This immersive approach empowers participants to explore diverse scenarios, test strategies, and develop refined decision-making skills in realistic, simulated environments. For Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC), wargaming holds particular significance: it enables the examination of multifaceted challenges, the practice of integrated responses, and the valuable synthesis of military and civilian perspectives. Recognising these benefits, CIMIC is committed to incorporating wargaming as a key component in our planning and preparedness toolkit.
Recent years have highlighted the importance of wargaming through the pioneering efforts of entities such as the Marine Corps Warfighting Lab (MCWL) and OTH Regensburg. The MCWL leverages wargaming to shape advanced operational strategies, while OTH Regensburg emphasises wargaming’s analytical power in addressing interconnected global challenges. These organisations not only illustrate the practical benefits of wargaming but also demonstrate how it bridges theoretical knowledge with field application-a methodology that aligns well with CIMIC’s goals of enhancing coordination between military and civilian actors.
In this upcoming webinar on wargaming, we’ll showcase the groundbreaking work of these entities, offering participants an inside view of their techniques, objectives, and the invaluable insights they’ve gathered. Additionally, CCOE will introduce the CIMIC Wargame ANALYSIA, an initiative designed to deepen understanding of the civil environment within joint missions-a vital factor for success in today’s multifaceted operations.
CIMIC is committed to integrating wargaming not only to boost our internal capabilities but also to build and strengthen collaborations with leading academic and military institutions. Through partnerships like those with Leiden University and OTH Regensburg, we are eager to advance scenario-based planning, crisis coordination, and effective collaboration under high-stakes conditions. Together, we aim to equip CIMIC for the challenges of tomorrow.
Meet Our Experts:
Mr. Tom Noel - Wargame Manager, Marine Corps Warfighting Lab
Prof. Markus Bresinsky - Dept. of International Politics and Social Sciences, OTH Regensburg
Mr. Diederik Stolk - Wargame Expert, CCOE
We invite you to join this webinar to learn firsthand how wargaming prepares us for the complex landscape of civil-military operations, offering tools to stay adaptable, resilient, and ready to tackle evolving global demands.
www.cimic-coe.org/ccoe_events/seminars/04-dec-2024/