Table Top Assessment Games – A Method for Analysing Future Capabilities –

The article explores the role and application of table top assessment games in the process of developing and refining concepts and, consequently, capabilities, highlighting the benefits of conducting these activities in complex environments. Assessment games are structured sessions of discussions and role-playing used to simulate hypothetical scenarios, thereby enhancing decision-making capabilities and strategies through risk reduction, improved communication, and the promotion of creative problem-solving. In the military context, these exercises are essential for developing the capabilities required by new concepts, such as multi-domain operations. Their development requires not only the adaptation and implementation of new technologies but also complex coordination among various relevant actors, including the defence industry. The methodology detailed in the article analyses the differences and specific uses of some types of assessment games, such as the Concept Development Assessment Game/CDAG, highlighting the process of experimentation and concept evaluation. This exploration aims to emphasize the importance and applicability of these games in anticipating challenges and generating efficient solutions that contribute to better organizational preparedness and resilience.