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…Units bounding rearward to new defensive positions, while another force begins or continues to engage. Indicates units conducting local withdrawals to new positions. Usually an effort to preserve the defending force and trade space for time…

…An unconstrained, informal discussion might produce some interesting ideas, but usually a more systematic process is the most effective way to break down mindsets and produce new insights. The Method A-50. In particular, the process…

…Establishment of new, unexplained agricultural areas or recently cleared fields. Unusual smoke, possibly indicating the presence of a campsite or a form of communication. Concentration of dead foliage in an area, possibly indicating use of camouflage…

…This bias occurs when an analyst presents good news or bad news in the most optimistic light. The judgment is deliberately altered to provide only the information the commander wants to hear. Analysts can avoid this…

…In other cases, the target will be identified and processed as a new target for inclusion on the appropriate targeting list through normal target development. Refer to JP 5-0, Joint Operation Planning, for more information…

…The new joint force HQ may use personnel and equipment, especially communications equipment, from the old HQ, or it may require augmentation from different sources. One technique is to transfer C2 in several stages. Another technique…

…The purpose of the assessment phase is to determine the degree of success in achieving objectives, formulate any required follow-up actions, or indicate readiness to move on to new tasks on the path to achieving…

…Forcible entry operations can strike directly at the enemy COGs and can open new avenues for other military operations. (1) Forcible entry operations may include amphibious, airborne, and air assault operations, or any combination thereof. Forcible…

…Imaginative thinking techniques aim at developing new insight, different perspectives, and/or alternative outcomes. They aid the analyst in generating new ideas, broaden possible outcomes, and reduce the chance of unforeseen outcomes. Imaginative techniques look at…

…Even at the operational level, they may include lesser measures such as modifying the MOE to reflect new requirements, or utilizing new capabilities or forces. Metrics The SD should develop metrics to determine if air operations…

…Preparation of new defensive positions beyond supporting range of present positions. Indicates an attempt to establish new positions along suitable terrain before the arrival of deliberately withdrawn forces. Increased engineer activity and stockpiling of explosives in…

…the full range of military operations, from peace to war and back to peace. › EBO are not new; most of these principles have intuitively been part of well-waged war for millennia. TARGETING CONSIDERATIONS FOR STABILITY…

…It contributes materially in exploiting successes, preserving freedom of action, and reducing vulnerability by continually posing new problems for the enemy. e. Economy of Force (1) The purpose of economy of force is to expend minimum…

…Withdrawing units, whether all or part of a committed force, voluntarily disengage from an enemy force to preserve the withdrawing force or release it for a new mission.  A retirement is when a force out…

…The situation may change, or it may remain unchanged while you receive new information that alters your appraisal. It is always helpful to specify in advance things one should look for or be alert to that…

…The mission variables have many combinations that make each new tactical situation unique. Because enemy forces change and adapt to friendly moves during operations, there is no guarantee that the current plan remains valid throughout a…

…Modern surveillance and warning systems, the availability of commercial space-based imagery products, and global commercial news and social networks make surprise more difficult to achieve than in the past. Commanders deceive an enemy force as…

…Commanders can echelon sustainment assets forward to establish a new echelon support area. 3-119. Commanders who anticipate a transition from offensive operations to defensive operations prepare orders to address when it occurs, what subordinate units…

…Examples may range from targets on joint target lists in the joint air and space operations plan (JAOP) to new targets developed in sufficient time to list in an ATO. The deliberate targeting procedure is an…

…Route reconnaissance provides new or updated information on route conditions, such as obstacles and bridge classifications, and enemy, adversary, and civilian activity along the route.  Special reconnaissance is reconnaissance and surveillance actions conducted as a…