A intendência e as tarefas básicas do poder naval: análise da relação entre atividades meio e o desenvolvimento das capacidades estratégicas

Abstract

This study analyzes how the functions performed by the Brazilian Navy Supply Office are designed to effectively fulfill the Basic Tasks of Naval Power, using the End–Ways–Means model adapted to the institutional context of the Navy. The objective is to demonstrate how organizational resources of an administrative, logistical, and financial nature (means) are transformed into institutional actions (ways) capable of developing strategic capabilities (ends) that translate into effects compatible with the Basic Tasks of Naval Power. The research adopts a qualitative and descriptive approach, based on normative and doctrinal analysis, using official documents from the Ministry of Defense and the Brazilian Navy as its main sources. The structure of the work includes a presentation of the Basic Tasks of Naval Power and its strategic capabilities, a characterization of the Quartermaster's functions, and an analysis of the relationship between these functions and the resulting strategic effects, following the logic of the End–Ways–Means model. The results indicate that each function of the Supply Office acts as a bridge between the Navy's administrative back office and strategic performance, contributing significantly to strategic capabilities, including functions such as readiness, combat power, mobility, resilience, and cooperation. The conclusion is that this contribution is not limited to administrative routines but extends to complex operations, emergency mobilizations, and critical maintenance, where resource availability and process agility are directly related to the Brazilian Navy's strategic performance.