Operational Research

Concept Assessment

Using techniques such as MCDA, Morphological analysis, TTXs, workshops, wargames and bespoke models, Morshead can readily assess the effectiveness of novel and new Concepts and Options across multiple vignettes and scenarios. We specialise in Concept phase analysis, using known baselines and conceptual options to explore and evidence ‘sweet spots’, generating both User and System requirements.

Combined with our modelling and simulation expertise, we can rapidly deliver high-quality, Aqua-book compliant analysis to inform investment decisions and development Concepts or Employment (CONEMP) and Use (CONUSE).

Topics studied include Drones, One Way Effectors (OWE), One Way Attack (OWA) drones, novel CEMA concepts, Quantum Technology Integration and CBRN. Customers include Dstl, Army HQ, Navy Development and JMSC.

Business Cases & Cost-Benefit analysis

Morshead Consulting excel in developing evidence to support Strategic, Outline and Full business cases – all in line with the needs of the MoD Generic Evidence and Specific Evidence Table (GET & SET). Capabilities include Concepts of Analysis (CoA) and Operational Analysis Supporting Papers (OASPs), generation of User and System level Requirements (including KURs), Option definition, pan-DLOD impact analysis, Whole Life Costing, Cost-Benefit analysis, Scaling analysis (including Land Fleet Requirements), Combined Operational Effectiveness & Investment Appraisal (COEIA) plots, Through Life Management Plans (TLMP) and analysis of Other Contributory Factors (OCFs).

For benefits evaluation we follow the core principles of Mathieson, JSP 507 and the CAAS Common Approach to Benefits Management. Uniquely, we are able to consider how effectiveness and Benefits both vary over time. We work with CAAS experienced modellers able to access a range of knowledge and costing approaches. All work adheres to JSP 655 principles and again focuses on exploring pan-DLOD drivers, we maintain positive relations with D Scrutiny and enjoy working in complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

Topics studied include Command and Control systems, Collective Training, novel CEMA concepts. Customers include Dstl and Army HQ.

Defence Lines of Development (DLODs)

Morshead has a long history of analysing DLODs, from the creation of a Pan-DLOD Assessment Framework through to our work on projects spanning Training (CTTP), Personnel, Doctrine and many equipment types, from ISR systems to Platforms and Effectors.

Our in-house tool DICER is a DLOD-driven ready-reckoner that expands the classical TEPIDOILI framework into a highly structured assessment process.

In particular we consider how DLODs affect both cost and effectiveness and take the time to work with stakeholders to build a complete picture of the problem space.

Topics studied include Tactical Command & Control systems, Electronic Warfare, One-Way-Effectors, novel CEMA concepts. Customers include Dstl, Space DT and Army HQ.