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…Target development is the systematic examination of potential target systems to determine the type and duration of action that must be exerted on each target to create desired effects that achieve the commander’s objectives. Target…

72 protected from attack (based on ROE, LOAC, or international law) and help speed target development once the battle rhythm has started. Collateral Damage Estimates Often, a target is on the RTL or NSL because of…

Chapter II II-18 JP 3-60 operational picture (COP) are critical elements during phase 6 of the joint targeting cycle where outcomes are analyzed and future actions are determined. (3) Targeteers work closely with planners…

…The analyst conducts in-depth research and builds a base of knowledge on the target entity.  Step 2. Next, the analyst seeks to identify the logical antecedents of the situation. This is called building a…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 39 Analysts across the agency directly support joint targeting efforts by performing foundational military intelligence, all-source analysis, and production to support target development, target material production, and assessment…

105 nuclear munitions and continuously updates JMEMs used by the Services for training and tactics development, operational targeting, weapons selection, aircraft loadouts, and planning for ammunition procurement, survivability, and development of improved munitions. JTCG/ME directs…

…JSA joint security area JSOA joint special operations area JSOTF joint special operations task force JTCB joint targeting coordination board JTF joint task force JUO joint urban operation LNO liaison officer LOC line of communications LOO…

Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-60, Targeting 23 Weaponeering for non-air domain targets is typically conducted by other components. Weaponeering for space (non-terrestrial) targets is conducted by the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC), in…

… Counterinsurgency Targeting Program.  Counter Radio-Controlled IED Electronic Warfare.  Counter-IED Operations Integration Center.  International CIED teams. 7-19. The collection and analysis of items of forensic value have become vital to…

Executive Summary xvi JP 3-60  Coordinate components’ deliberate and dynamic targeting via established procedures. Federated Targeting Support The Joint Staff intelligence directorate of a joint staff normally ensures that federated targeting support requirements are…

Executive Summary xiii Generally, TSTs are engaged using dynamic targeting, so the command and control arrangements should include the rapid identification and communication capabilities required for expedited decision making. among components. Once this guidance is issued…

54 insufficient time for the more detailed coordination and deconfliction that takes place during deliberate targeting. Commanders must assess risk early, determine what constitutes acceptable risk, and communicate their intent. CFC guidance may stipulate acceptable risk…

…X X X Systemology Developing high-value targets and high-payoff targets. • Knowledge planning. • Network analysis. X X Center of Gravity Analysis Developing threat characteristics and threat models. • Network analysis. • Mathematical analysis. X X X Functional…

II-1 CHAPTER II THE JOINT TARGETING CYCLE 1. General Activities a. Joint targeting is an integral part of joint operation planning and continues through publication of the campaign or contingency plan, OPORD, or fragmentary order…