The conclusions drawn from the SUBIC study were: (1) all tactical control functions (except radio communications) can be accomplished using six stations in the control room; (2) ship control functions can be performed by a single operator using display aiding techniques; (3) improved fire control effectiveness can be obtained by providing techniques for direct utilization of the human in making target parameter estimates in the target motion analyses, and by the use of new data processing methods; (4) sonar effectiveness in target detection and classification can be improved through the use of new methods of data processing; (5) command functions can be facilitated by providing certain data which will aid tactical decision-making at a single station, viz. command and also by locating this station central to all operator stations; and (6) a separate monitoring capability for all systems (outlined in the study will materially increase equipment operational readiness time as well as improve tactical control.
