What is John Boyd best known for?

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I am primarily known for developing the OODA Loop—Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. It's a framework for understanding how to win in any competitive environment, whether on the battlefield or in business. The essence is about operating inside an opponent’s decision cycle, making them react to what you’ve already done, not what you are about to do. Speed and agility are paramount.

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