I think somethings might have changed though.
I can't speak fo the Army but the Marine Corps had a big problem with intel and they integrated their training with the Navy. The Navy was my service but I am not trying to be GO-NAVY on you.
Of course the reason they switched was Naval INtel had superior tactics. It sounds like you are talking about a strategic problem. Hell, big groups always take time to adjust but I have to admit that your story strains my confidence in the top brass of the Army, but I hope they are getting better.
Arioch7 out.
They have gotten much better I am happy to report--that's why I caveated it by saying I went in '91. :)