Optimizing Defense Acquisition for Weapon System Integration in an Integrated Defense Posture Based on SWOT and AHP

Syarif  Hidayatullah; Basuki Rahmad  Saleh; Budi  Santoso; Elphis  Rudy; Dian Diana  Rahayu; Wisnu  Saputro; Yunianto Yunianto; Purnomo  Yusgiantoro; I Wayan  Midhio

doi:10.55927/esa.v4i1.12739

Authors

Syarif Hidayatullah Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Basuki Rahmad Saleh Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Budi Santoso Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Elphis Rudy Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Dian Diana Rahayu Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Wisnu Saputro Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Yunianto Yunianto Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
Purnomo Yusgiantoro Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia
I Wayan Midhio Universitas Pertahanan Republik Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/esa.v4i1.12739

Keywords:

Weapons System Acquisition, Defense Posture, SWOT, Analytic Hierarchy Process, System Integration Effectiveness

Abstract

Weapons system acquisition is a strategic element in building a resilient and integrated national defense posture. This process faces significant challenges, such as limited coordination between the Ministry of Defense, the TNI Headquarters, and the Armed Forces Headquarters, budget constraints, and geopolitical influences that often hinder its effectiveness. This study explores a strategic approach based on inter-service coordination, technological innovation, and sustainability to create an adaptive and responsive defense posture to threats. Using a qualitative approach, the study analyzes data from academic literature and case studies of defense acquisition practices. This study integrates a SWOT analysis to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of each option in the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). AHP, although widely used, faces criticism regarding the subjectivity in setting criteria and sub-criteria. A SWOT analysis helps balance these potential subjective biases through a comprehensive data-based evaluation, thereby optimizing the decision-making process. The findings show that the integration of advanced surveillance technologies, such as long-range radars, multi-role drones, and satellite systems, significantly enhances operational effectiveness.

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