AR 5-11 — Management Of Army Modeling And Simulation
AR 5-11 governs policy, procedures, and responsibilities for managing Army Modeling and Simulation, including its framework and enterprise.
- Publication number: AR 5-11
- Title: MANAGEMENT OF ARMY MODELING AND SIMULATION
- Date: 05/16/2025
- Proponent: G-8
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 5-11 on armypubs.army.mil
Related publications
- ARMY DIR 2024-02 (armypubs)
- PAM 5-11
AR 5-11 covers governance, verification, validation, accreditation, configuration management, data management, model release, and awards. It requires controls for model changes, data interoperability, international release, and internal evaluations.
Topics covered
- Army Modeling and Simulation management framework
- Verification, validation, and accreditation
- Configuration management for models and simulations
- Modeling and simulation data management
- Release of Army models and simulations
- Army Modeling and Simulation awards
Questions and answers
What are the three components of the Army Modeling and Simulation management framework?
The three components of the Army M&S management framework are governance, guidance, and execution. (paragraph 2-1)
Do Army-funded models and simulations have to follow configuration management?
Models and simulations developed wholly or partly with Army funding must adhere to CM. (paragraph 5-2)
Who can access and modify an Army model or simulation?
Ensure that only authorized users can access and modify the model or simulation. (paragraph 5-3)
What standards must Army Modeling and Simulation data conform to?
M&S data and information conforms to policies and standards outlined in the DISR. (paragraph 6-2)
What approval is required for standalone simulation enclaves or closed restricted networks?
Operators of standalone simulation enclaves or closed restricted networks must ensure their designated authorizing official is knowledgeable of their operation and grants approval. (paragraph 6-4)