Burgoignesc Department of Defense-Wide Joint Activities
| Department des Activites Conjointes Defensiale DACD | |
 Insignia of the DACD | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 2012 |
| Jurisdiction | Burgoignesc Security Forces |
| Headquarters | Vilauristre |
| Motto | Forces Multiplied; Redundancy Reduced |
| Employees | 14,430 |
| Parent department | Ministry of External Affairs |
| Parent agency | Secretariat of Civil Defense and Security |
The Department of Defense-Wide Joint Activities (Burg: Department des Activites Conjointes Defensiale (DACD)), established in 2012, oversees and coordinates activities across multiple branches of the military, ensuring efficiency, interoperability, and strategic alignment across the Burgoignesc Security Forces. Its responsibilities encompass a wide range of critical functions, including logistics, transportation, infrastructure development, research and development, and international cooperation. The DACD oversees the centralized planning and coordination of logistics for all branches of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. This includes the management of supply chains, procurement, warehousing, and distribution of materiel. The DACD ensures the timely and efficient delivery of essential supplies and equipment to Burgoignesc forces deployed around the globe. It oversees the Joint Services Transportation Command, which coordinates the movement of personnel, materiel, and goods across all branches of the military. This includes the Navy's Sealift Command, the Air Service's Airlift Command, and the Army's Transportation Command, which also oversees federal highways and rail networks. It is responsible for the development and maintenance of critical military infrastructure, both within Burgundie and at its overseas bases. This includes the construction and maintenance of airfields, ports, and other facilities necessary for the projection of Burgoignesc power. DACD plays a key role in fostering innovation and technological advancement within the Burgoignesc Security Forces. This includes overseeing research and development programs, managing technology transfer, and promoting collaboration between the military, academia, the private sector, and now the general populace (Combat of the Commons). It also coordinates Burgundie's participation in international military alliances and partnerships, such as the Levantine Union Defense Council (LUDC). This includes the deployment of Burgoignesc forces in support of allied operations, the conduct of joint exercises, and the sharing of intelligence and technology.
Joint Services Transportation Command
The Joint Services Transportation Command (Burg: Commandement des Transports dels Servicis Conjoints (CTSC)) manages a vast network of transportation assets, including the Navy's Sealift Command, the Air Service's Airlift Command, and the Army's Transportation Command, which itself oversees federal highways and rail networks. This integrated approach allows the CTSC to optimize transportation routes, allocate resources effectively, and respond rapidly to evolving operational needs. It also manages non-combat assets previously administered by the Air Services and Naval Services Corps, making it a significant player in the global hospitality sector. This includes operating military lodging, dining facilities, and recreational centers, which support the well-being of Burgoignesc personnel and their families. CTSC provides the framework for Thatalocraccy Express Airlines, a non-proprietary airline that connects the Burgoignesc Metropole to the rest of the Burgoignesc thalattocracy. The airline operates through a contract mechanism, with commercial carriers providing a portion of their fleet and personnel to support the network. This arrangement ensures a constant flow of personnel and goods across Burgundie's vast territories while also creating a reserve pool of pilots and mechanics who can be mobilized in times of national emergency.
The CTSC incorporates two specialized programs designed to rapidly establish or reconstitute critical infrastructure in support of combat operations:
- Expeditionary Initial Airfield Resources Program (ExInAir): This program functions as a modern-day equivalent of the Seabees, deploying specialized engineering teams to quickly establish airfields in remote or austere locations. These airfields provide essential logistical hubs for the Airlift Command, ensuring the timely delivery of supplies and personnel to support combat operations. ExInAir teams are equipped with advanced engineering equipment and possess the expertise to construct runways, taxiways, and support facilities in a variety of challenging environments very quickly.
- Expeditionary Initial Port Facilities Program (ExInPort): This program focuses on the rapid establishment or reconstitution of port facilities. ExInPort teams are trained to quickly assess and repair damaged ports, construct temporary piers and wharves, and establish logistical nodes to support Sealift Command operations. This capability ensures the efficient flow of supplies and equipment to Burgoignesc forces engaged in combat operations around the world.
Joint Defense Intelligence Bureau
The Joint Defense Intelligence Bureau (Burg: Bureau Renseignement de la Defense Conjoints (BRDC)) is the central intelligence hub for the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The BRDC is responsible for collecting, analyzing, disseminating, and exploiting intelligence from all sources, ensuring that decision-makers at all levels have access to timely, accurate, and actionable information. BRDC utilizes a multi-faceted approach to intelligence gathering, leveraging both traditional methods and cutting-edge technology. This includes managing a network of human intelligence operatives, intercepting and analyzing electronic communications (SIGINT), utilizing satellite imagery and aerial reconnaissance (IMINT), systematically analyzing publicly available information (OSINT), collecting and analyzing data on the unique characteristics of targets (MASINT), and integrating the vast data streams generated by the HERMES Collaborative Combat Network. BRDC's analysts process and interpret the vast amounts of data collected by fusing information from multiple sources, identifying patterns and trends in adversary activities, evaluating potential threats and vulnerabilities, and developing high-value targets for potential military action. The BRDC serves as a clearinghouse for intelligence, ensuring that relevant information is disseminated to the appropriate decision-makers in a timely and secure manner. This includes providing intelligence briefings and reports to commanders at all levels within the Burgoignesc Security Forces, sharing intelligence with LUDC partners, and exchanging intelligence with allied nations. BRDC also verifies and validates intelligence received from external sources. This process minimizes the risk of misinformation or disinformation influencing strategic decisions.
Center for Defense Innovation
The Center for Defense Innovation (Burg:Centre d'Innovacion de la Defensa (CID)) was established in 2028 as a key initiative of the 21st Century Burgoignesc Power Projection Stratagem to foster a culture of creativity, experimentation, and rapid prototyping to ensure Burgundie's military maintains a decisive technological advantage. CID monitors emerging technologies and global trends, identifying potential defense applications and anticipating future challenges. This includes assessing advancements in artificial intelligence, robotics, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and other relevant fields. CID facilitates the rapid prototyping and testing of new technologies and concepts, providing resources and expertise to support development. It fosters collaboration between the Burgoignesc Security Forces, academia, and the private sector, promoting the exchange of ideas and establishing partnerships to leverage external expertise. It facilitates the transfer of promising technologies into operational use within the Burgoignesc Security Forces, supporting their integration into existing systems and developing training programs for personnel. It also organizes innovation challenges and competitions to encourage creativity and problem-solving within the defense community. CID contributes to Burgundie's future force design, providing insights into emerging technologies and their potential impact on military operations, conducting wargaming and simulations to assess their effectiveness in future combat scenarios. They are the hosts of the Combat of the Commons, they also were strongly influential in the creation of the Naval Capability-based Restructuring Act of 2028.
Joint Medical Command
The Joint Medical Command (Burg: Commandement Medical Conjoint (CMC)) is the component of the Department of Defense-Wide Joint Activities (DACD), the provides comprehensive healthcare services to all branches of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The CMC ensures the health, well-being, and medical readiness of personnel, from the frontlines to the home front. CMC oversees a network of military hospitals, clinics, and medical facilities, providing a wide range of healthcare services. These services include primary care, specialty care, and preventive medicine, ensuring that personnel have access to quality care throughout their service. CMC operates a robust medical evacuation system, capable of transporting casualties from the battlefield to medical treatment facilities. This includes air and ground evacuation capabilities, staffed by specialized medical teams trained in trauma care and critical care medicine, ensuring that injured personnel receive prompt and effective treatment. CMC also supports medical research and development, focusing on improving the health and well-being of military personnel. This includes research into combat medicine, infectious diseases, and the development of new medical technologies. It leverages telemedicine to provide remote healthcare services to deployed personnel, reducing the need for medical evacuations and improving access to specialized care. Recognizing the importance of mental health, CMC offers comprehensive psychological health and performance services. These services include mental health counseling, stress management, and performance optimization programs, ensuring that personnel have the support they need to maintain their psychological well-being. More recently, CMC has begun conducting biomedical research, investigating the biological and physiological effects of military operations. This includes research into the development of countermeasures against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. Ensuring the availability of essential resources, the CMC oversees the procurement, storage, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment. This guarantees that military personnel have access to the necessary resources to maintain their health and well-being, regardless of their location. CMC also oversees medical training and education for military personnel, including medical technicians, nurses, and physicians.
Central Educational and Training Directorate
The Central Educational and Training Directorate (Burg: Directorate Centrale de l'Enseignement et de la Formation (DCEF)) conducts research, develops innovative pedagogical methods, and provides advanced training to military educators across all branches of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. DCEF explores the intersection of education, psychology, and technology, conducting research into learning theories, instructional design, and the effective use of technology in military training. This research informs the development of new pedagogical methods and training materials, ensuring that Burgoignesc military education within each branch remains at the forefront of innovation. DCEF faculty comprises experienced military educators and researchers who possess advanced degrees in education, psychology, and related fields. They develop and deliver a range of courses and workshops for military instructors, trainers, and curriculum developers. These programs cover topics such as instructional design, adult learning principles, assessment strategies, and the integration of technology into training. They are delivered at the Military School of Education Science. DCEF collaborates with civilian academic institutions and international military organizations to share best practices and stay abreast of the latest developments in military education. This ensures that DCEF remains a center of excellence, providing Burgoignesc military educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to train and develop the next generation of soldiers and leaders. DCEF also plays a key role in the development and implementation of new training technologies, such as simulations, virtual reality, and augmented reality. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of these technologies, developing training protocols, and providing guidance on their integration into military education programs.
Military School of Education Science
The Military School of Education Science (Burg: Ecole Militaire d'Enseignement Scientifique (EMES)) is an accredited university dedicated to the advancement of military education and training by teaching those who teach and/or deliver training in the Burgoignesc Security Forces. All E-5s and above do increasing levels of pedagogical training, typically in their branch schools for those leadership positions. While they do not attend the Military School of Education Science, their pedagogical curriculum is developed by the School, and all providers who deliver the curriculum are graduates of the School. Senior Officers do their training at the Military School of Education Science where they complete an accredited, but accelerated, Master of Science in Teaching.
Defense Language Institute
The Defense Language and Milieu Institute Burg: Institut de Langue et Milieu de la Défense (ILMD)) provides comprehensive language training and cultural education to personnel across all branches of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The ILMD plays a crucial role in equipping Burgoignesc military personnel with the linguistic and cultural competency necessary to operate effectively in diverse environments and engage with international partners. The ILMD offers instruction in a wide range of languages, including those spoken in strategically important regions around the world. These languages include, but are not limited to, Standard Arabic (as well as the Najdi and Wahanji dialects), Caphiric Latin, Danhmong, Julian Ænglish, Kandaro, Lebhan, Mutsutori, Oyash, Peshbi, Pukhti, Pursi, Tapakdi, and Umardi. The curriculum is designed to develop proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing, enabling personnel to communicate effectively in various operational contexts. Since language proficiency alone is not sufficient for effective cross-cultural communication, the ILMD also provides comprehensive cultural (milieu) education. This includes instruction on the history, customs, beliefs, and social norms of different cultures, fostering understanding and respect for diverse perspectives. The ILMD employs a variety of instructional methods to cater to different learning styles and needs. These methods include intensive classroom instruction, immersive language labs, online learning platforms, and cultural immersion programs. The ILMD also conducts research into language acquisition and pedagogy, developing innovative teaching methods and materials to enhance the effectiveness of its programs. The ILMD collaborates with academic institutions and international partners to stay abreast of the latest developments in language teaching and cultural education. This ensures that the ILMD's curriculum remains relevant and responsive to the evolving needs of the Burgoignesc Security Forces.
Military Legal Corps
The Military Legal Corps Burg: Corps Juridique Militaire (CJM)) provides comprehensive legal services and guidance to all branches of the military, ensuring adherence to Burgoignesc and international law, while also supporting the development and implementation of legal frameworks related to military affairs. CJM staffers include judge advocates, legal advisors, and paralegals, who specialize in various areas of military law. These areas include operational law, international humanitarian law, military justice, and legal aspects of intelligence operations. The CJM provides legal advice and counsel to commanders at all levels, ensuring that military operations are conducted in accordance with the law. This includes advising on rules of engagement, targeting procedures, and the treatment of prisoners of war. CJM prosecutes and defends cases involving violations of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). This ensures that all military personnel are held accountable for their actions and that justice is administered fairly and impartially. CJM also provides legal assistance to service members, including advice on matters such as contracts, family law, and estate planning. Its staff are actively involved in developing and implementing legal frameworks related to military affairs. This includes drafting legislation, negotiating international agreements, and providing legal expertise on matters such as arms control, cybersecurity, and the use of force. CJM collaborates with civilian legal institutions and international organizations to ensure that Burgoignesc military law is consistent with international norms and best practices.
Office of the Comptroller General
The Office of the Comptroller General (Burg: Bureau du Controleuer General (BCG)) serves as the financial steward of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. OCG ensures the responsible and transparent management of the defense budget, overseeing financial planning, accounting, auditing, and resource allocation across all branches of the military. OCG tracks and analyzes defense expenditures, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and legal requirements as set forth by the Citizens Court of the National Assembly. This includes maintaining accurate accounting records, conducting regular audits, and identifying potential areas for cost savings and efficiency improvements. OCG plays a crucial role in the defense budget planning process, providing detailed financial analysis and projections to support strategic decision-making. This includes assessing the financial implications of proposed programs, evaluating the long-term sustainability of current spending levels, and identifying potential risks and opportunities related to defense funding. The result of this work is the Burgoignesc Military Compte Rendu. They oversee the allocation of resources across the Burgoignesc Security Forces, ensuring that funds are distributed equitably and in alignment with strategic priorities. This includes evaluating funding requests from different branches of the military, prioritizing critical needs, and ensuring that resources are used effectively to achieve operational objectives. OCG also manages the financial aspects of international military cooperation, including contributions to the LUDC and other partnerships. This involves negotiating funding agreements, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with international financial regulations. OCG promotes transparency and accountability in defense spending, providing regular reports to the Citizens Court of the National Assembly and the public on the financial status of the military. This includes publishing detailed budget documents, conducting public hearings, and responding to inquiries from the media and civil society organizations.
Defense Supply Chain Management Directorate
The Defense Supply Chain Management Directorate (Burg: Directorate de la Gestion de la Chaîne d'Approvisionnement de la Defense (DGCAD)) is the primary procurement and supply authority for the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The DGCAD ensures that all branches of the military have the necessary supplies and equipment to fulfill their missions, overseeing the procurement, storage, and distribution of a wide range of materiel. DGCAD executes contracts with suppliers and vendors, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services. This includes procuring everything from uniforms and personal equipment to food, fuel, and medical supplies. DGCAD maintains a network of warehouses and distribution centers, strategically located to ensure efficient delivery to military bases and installations across Burgundie. This logistical network ensures that essential supplies are readily available to support training, operations, and contingency planning. DGCAD also manages the disposal of surplus and obsolete equipment, ensuring that valuable resources are reused or recycled whenever possible in conjunction with the Legacy Equipment Modernization Program. This includes selling surplus equipment to allied nations or civilian organizations, repurposing items for alternative uses, and disposing of hazardous materials in an environmentally responsible manner.
Legacy Equipment Modernization Program
The Legacy Equipment Modernization Program (Burg: Programme de Modernizacion de l'Equipament Eretatge (PMEE)) maximizes materiel usage through reverse engineering, innovative design, and relentless experimentation. This ensures the Burgoignesc Security Forces remain equipped to meet evolving global security challenges in a fiscally responsible manner. PMEE is constantly analyzing legacy weapons systems for potential upgrades, integrating advanced components like optics and fire control systems into older platforms. It repurposes obsolete ammunition for new applications, creating specialized munitions or developing new delivery systems. It also modifies and upgrades older vehicles, enhancing their capabilities and extending their service life through armoring, increased firepower, and electronics integration. PMEE uses a rigorous evaluation process to ensure that only legacy systems with the greatest potential for cost-effective modernization are selected for their initiatives. This process assesses platform integrity, technological compatibility, operational relevance, economic viability, and logistical sustainability. The BMEE's roots lie in the late 20th century, a period of geopolitical flux and resource constraints. The end of Operation Kipling and the Occidental Cold War resulted in a surplus of obsolete military equipment, much of which was deemed obsolete. Much of this surplus was sold off to allies, would-be allies, and police forces, scrapped, or just abandoned in boneyards, which were space-consumptive and created environmental hazards. Inspired by the Army's Overseas Enemy Arms Repurposement Sustainment Brigade (OBSRAE), forward-thinking logisticians and engineers within the DACD recognized the potential of these legacy assets in 2015. They formed a motor pool company that evolved into the PMEE in 2019, experimenting with modernizing existing Burgoignesc weapons systems and extending their service life through reverse engineering and component integration
Forward-Deployed Caching Program
DGCAD maintains "ready to deploy" and "forward deployed" stockpiles of essential warfighting supplies in order to reduce delivery times for critical combat necessities and also why the Burgoignesc Security Forces maintain a minimum of 60/40 reserve to active ratio on all systems/supplies. Conspiracy theorists have concluded that there is not a single square meter of land that is more than 2000km from a DACD stockpile. When pressed during a press conference, a spokesperson laughed this off as impossibly expensive to maintain but took no further questions as they were due in parliament for budget negotiations.
Corps of Chaplains
The Corps of Chaplains (Burg: Corps des Aumôniers (CDA)) provides spiritual guidance and pastoral care to personnel within the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The CDA ensures that personnel have access to religious support and counseling, regardless of their faith or belief system. It is composed of ordained clergy and religious leaders from a variety of faiths and denominations, namely Catholicism, Mercantile Reform Protestantism, College of Levantine Churches, Shia Islam, Sunni Islam, Sikhism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shintoism. Chaplains undergo specialized training to prepare them for the unique challenges of ministering to military personnel in both peacetime and combat environments. This training includes pastoral counseling, crisis intervention, and the ethical and legal dimensions of military service. CDA chaplains provide a range of religious services, including worship services, religious education, and pastoral counseling. They also offer support during times of personal crisis, such as grief, loss, and family separation. Chaplains play a crucial role in fostering morale and unit cohesion, promoting ethical decision-making, and providing spiritual guidance to personnel facing the challenges of military life. The CDA maintains a strict policy of religious neutrality, ensuring that all personnel have the freedom to practice their faith without discrimination or coercion. Chaplains are trained to respect the diverse beliefs and values of all service members, providing support and guidance without imposing their own religious views. The CDA collaborates with civilian religious organizations and international chaplaincy networks to share best practices and provide comprehensive spiritual support to Burgoignesc personnel deployed around the world. This ensures that Burgoignesc service members have access to religious support wherever they serve, fostering their spiritual well-being and contributing to their overall resilience.
Seneschal of the Honor Guard
The Seneschal of the Honor Guard (Burg: Senechal de la Garde d'Honneur (SGDH)) upholds the traditions and honors of the Burgoignesc Security Forces. The SGDH is responsible for maintaining military cemeteries and memorials, organizing state funerals and memorial services, and overseeing the training and deployment of honor guards and color guards. The SGDH maintains Burgundie's military cemeteries and memorials, ensuring that these sacred spaces are preserved as places of honor and remembrance. This includes groundskeeping, monument restoration, and the organization of commemorative events. The SGDH plans and executes state funerals and memorial services for fallen service members and distinguished figures, adhering to military protocols and traditions. This includes coordinating with families, arranging honor guards and military escorts, and providing logistical support for the ceremonies. The SGDH oversees the rigorous training of honor guards and color guards for all service branches, ensuring that these units perform their duties with precision and dignity. This includes drill and ceremony training, uniform standards, and instruction on proper flag etiquette. It manages the deployment of honor guards and color guards for a variety of events, including state funerals, military parades, and diplomatic ceremonies.