Military Management | The Runway

As a topic of Program Wirraway, Military Management focuses on promoting professionalism through up-skilling in the broad areas of management, organisational and cultural competence, attitudes, values and ethics, resilience, and strategies to be employed as you navigate the complex Defence systems as you navigate military and civilian organisational systems throughout your career. Military management involves efficiently coordinating resources and personnel within the armed forces to achieve mission objectives. It requires effective planning, organization, and direction of military activities while promoting accountability and teamwork. Strong decision-making skills, adaptability, and fostering professional growth are essential. Military management is vital for maintaining readiness and ensuring successful mission accomplishment.

USS Vermont (SSN 792)

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The case for a mixed US submarine fleet

Relying on one premium capability is no longer sustainable; combining high-end platforms with cheaper, specialised alternatives improves resilience, coverage, and adaptability while easing industrial strain. Mixed capability spreads production/operational risk.

Australian Defence Force personnel march down the Avenue des Champs-Élysées

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Reserve leaders emphasize standards, strategic ‘Reserve Advantage’ to NATO allies

At the NATO Air Reserve Symposium, U.S. Air Force Reserve leaders highlighted the “Reserve Advantage,” stressing standards, interoperability, and surge capacity as decisive enablers of coalition readiness and future NATO operations.

USS Ronald Reagan in formation with HMAS Perth and others

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Carrier strike groups: change on way

Large, fixed organisational models are giving way to more flexible groupings, easing strain on people and platforms while matching effort more precisely to real-world demands. Hedge forces balance cost, scale, and adaptability against strategic uncertainty.

Armed Forces of Ukraine soldiers conduct a trench clearance serial as part of OP KUDU

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Ukraine reclaims more than 200 square kilometres of territory as Elon Musk blocks Russian army’s internet access

Rapid territorial gains highlight how control of information and connectivity can quickly shift momentum. Technology and timing can open brief windows that demand swift action before conditions change. Internet loss hampered Russian coordination.

Shoalwater Bay Training Area.

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Central Queensland councils pitch for expanded Defence investment

Local leaders are positioning the region as a long-term investment hub, arguing its location, infrastructure, and industry base would strengthen national resilience. Medical, rescue, and uncrewed systems proposed; a deep-water port and airport enhance capability.

HMAS Cape Solander arrives in Darwin

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This doesn’t add up: as strategy looks north, Defence workforce shifts south

Australia’s strategic focus has moved north, yet permanent staff remain concentrated elsewhere weakening readiness and scalability. Issues such as housing, schooling and partner careers remain problematic, as industry desperately needs skilled staff close to bases.

Peregrine RAAF Base Edinburgh.

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Australia’s new National Defence Strategy must embrace adaptation as warfare evolves

The author argues the strategy needs to prioritise faster learning and adaptation to improve capability. Without this, institutions and leaders will struggle to respond effectively as risks grow, partnerships change and uncertainty becomes the norm.

Military Management

Workplace patterns that limit career potential

People can feel stuck in their career, often because they’re in a narrow pattern. Break patterns by communicating your focus, working with others before making big decisions and thinking strategically about broader opportunities.

Military Management

We asked pro organizers for help tidying our messy office storage closet. These are the 10 products they recommended

The office or workshop can be cluttered and disorganised—especially with multiple personnel using them. This article proposes some simple organisation methods. (note: products mentioned in this article are not endorsed by The Runway).

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Mariners first: rebuilding Australia’s navy for war at sea

Australia’s navy must shift from peacetime habits to warfighting at sea, placing mariners first, reshaping structure, training, promotion, and pay; because history shows forces built for peace do not adapt fast enough when war comes.