The changing character of conflict is raising questions about the future use of artillery. Technological advances in precision are revolutionising capability, while strained budgets are prompting a radical overhaul of existing force structures, and the development of networked capabilities is raising new possibilities and potential vulnerabilities. Acquiring increased levels of precision remains the key priority for artillery forces globally. Precision capability has brought the most revolutionary development to artillery. Incorporating this capability effectively and sustaining it with the challenge of reducing costs remains a critical priority. Many nations are seeking to understand future operating environments in an era of asymmetric warfare, characterised primarily by COIN and the need to fight an increasing number of small wars and civil wars across the globe.
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