Assessing the Impact of Multi-Sensor Data Fusion on Command and Control Operations in the HALIFAX Class Frigate: Recommendations for Measures of Performance and Detailed Test Plan

This report provides a comprehensive Test and Evaluation (T &E) plan for evaluating the impact of future command decision aid technologies (COMDAT ) on human and operational performance in the Halifax class operations room. The plan provides details of an incremental approach to T &E that will generate reliable and valid performance data for a range of critical tasks performed by the Ops Room team, with a general focus on the role of ORO. Elements of the plan include: the number and types of test trials, scenario development and implementation, requirements for personnel, logistics and facilities, details of the research design and a comprehensive list of measures of performance and the means by which data will be captured and analysed. Humansystems Incorporated® COMDAT MOPs and Test Plan Page ui THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Humansystems Incorporated® COMDAT MOPs and Test Plan Page tv