A Reconsideration of the Distribution of the Depots of the Army in an Asymmetric War in terms of passive Defense Principles

Support and logistics in asymmetric war purposes to render a comprehensive support to arm forces under all circumstances and military operations through employing equipment and method of any sorts matching the governing conditions and operations in order to minimize vulnerability and enhance sustainability. Parameters such as quickness, innovation, accuracy and quickest retaliation build foundations of logistics in asymmetric operations. Given the record of the deployment of the Ground Force depots which dates back to more than three decades and emerging axes of threat, this study aimed at investigating the extent of vulnerability of the current depots in order to suggest an appropriate deployment model. As an applied research in purpose and a case- field study in design, the study focused on the principles of passive defense. The findings based on data collected through a questionnaire and interview with experts revealed that the eastern part of the country requires establishment of depots.