An Index for Measuring Naval Team Performance

Abstract

The evaluation of team training within the Navy often relies on instructor assessments of human performance. Often, assessments are subjectively derived and may, therefore, contain biases. Consequently, a method for objectively measuring Navy team performance was developed in an attempt to supplement commonly found subjective assessments. The technique is based upon collecting observable indicators of effective and ineffective behaviors across several critical functions of the anti-air warfare (AAW) team. The effective and ineffective indicators are mathematically combined to form a performance index ranging from 0.00 (low) to 1.00 (high) to reflect the team's overall performance level. The AAW Team Performance Index (ATPI) provides a systematic, consistent, and objective measurement approach linked to specific exercise events. The development and use of the ATPI are described.