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Chapter II II-20 JP 3-60 Normally, a summary of the plan resulting from the force assignment process, once approved by the component commander, is briefed to the JFC. Generally, operations and intelligence staffs work…

Basic Structured Analytic Techniques Proceed down each event option node until the end state for that sub-branch is reached. Then move to the next alternative and repeat the process. e@ Step 6. Determine what would…

…These are targets of opportunity known to exist in the operating environment. Unscheduled targets may have had the same amount of target development as planned targets and reside on the joint target list (JTL) or the…

Appendix D D-10 JP 3-60 means to ascertain results), depending on the metric applied to either the objective or task. Both qualitative and quantitative metrics should be used to avoid unsound or distorted results…

Chapter I I-6 JP 3-0 assessments of the current and future strategic environment shape our national strategy, goals, and objectives. (1) In general, the President frames the strategic context by defining national interests and…

Fundamentals of Joint Operations I-11 nations retain control of their deployed forces and operate under their own doctrine and procedures, and in a lead nation command construct, the nation providing the preponderance of forces and…

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…

…For more information on SC, refer to JP 1, Doctrine for the Armed Forces of the United States, and JP 5-0, Joint Operation Planning. d. The Combatant Commander’s Strategic Role (1) A CCDR is…

81 Weaponeering Tools The JMEM is the standard reference for determining the munitions needed for an attack. The most effective tool from JMEM is the JMEM automated weaponeering system. Commanders must ensure adequate numbers of JMEM…

…This process is not the exclusive province of one specialty or division, such as intelligence or operations, but blends the expertise of many disciplines to leverage the decisive capabilities the air component brings to the joint…

…The Attorney General of the United States has lead responsibility for criminal investigations of terrorist acts or terrorist threats by individuals or groups inside the United States. The Attorney General typically acts through the Federal Bureau…

…The central cell need not be the leader or decisionmaker for the network. A variation of the hub is a wheel design where the outer nodes communicate with one or two other outer cells in addition…

… Reduces the tendency for the analyst to potentially miss an outcome. Once the analyst generates the scenarios in this format, the analyst is able to revisit the issue via quick screen snapshots. This minimizes the…

…The NJOIC is the primary conduit through which national-level target intelligence support is provided to the combatant commands and subordinate joint forces. The NJOIC and combatant command JIOCs leverage national intelligence assets and determine requirements…

…If the requirements outpace internal capacity or if there are deficiencies in manpower and specialized expertise, the air component may request reachback support from other USAF organizations. However, to fully implement the targeting process, the air…

…The JFC should anticipate these shifts in political goals necessitating changes in the military objectives. The changes may be very subtle, but if not made, achievement of the military objectives may no longer support the political…

…Intellectual courage is the disposition to question beliefs you feel strongly about. It includes questioning the beliefs of your culture and the groups to which you belong, and a willingness to express your views even when…