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…Strategic and operational-level commanders and their staffs consider termination of operations early in planning in a coordinated effort with relevant interorganizational partners. The ability to understand how and when to terminate operations is instrumental to…

…DYNAMIC TARGETING (TARGETS OF OPPORTUNITY) The dynamic targeting process prosecutes targets identified too late or not selected for action in time to be included in deliberate targeting. The category of targets for this process is called…

…For attacks in the physical environment, the assessment confirms impact of the weapon on the target and makes an initial estimate of the damage. For nonlethal weapons, the initial assessment attempts to detect changes in functionality…

…Operational environment in which host country military and law enforcement agencies have control as well as the intent and capability to assist operations that a unit intends to conduct. (JP 1-02. SOURCE: JP 3-0…

…Upon approval, each agency in the partnership will be assigned specific targets, either by individual target sets/categories or by geographic region. JS J-2 will work with the requesting command to form the best federated…

… Adds United States Cyber Command’s role in support of joint targeting and discussion on integration of cyberspace operations in joint targeting.  Adds detailed description of battle damage assessment and its role in the…

18 August 2014 ATP 2-33.4 B-1 Appendix B Indicators in Decisive Action This appendix provides examples of indicators used in decisive action. While not an all-inclusive list of indicators, this appendix assists…

Appendix D D-8 JP 3-60 are to determine degree of success in achieving objectives and to formulate any required follow-up actions, or to indicate readiness to move on to new tasks in the…

…Although some aspects of estimating CD occur during weaponeering, targeteers, in conjunction with intelligence analysts, can begin the process by applying general CD rules for identifying buildings, structures, areas, or other entities in proximity to an…

…The assessment must include airfields, seaports, rail and road networks, particularly those in underdeveloped countries where their status is questionable. Delay in completing the assessment directly affects the flow of strategic lift assets into the region…

Executive Summary ix Certain targets may require special care or caution in treatment because attacking them improperly could lead to adverse consequences. commander requires for the successful completion of the mission. An HPT is one whose…

…They also identify channels needed to provide acquisition information on a real-time basis. (2) The detect phase is designed to acquire the targets selected in the decide phase. In this phase, target acquisition assets and…

…All three may be conducted at different times for a given contingency and products created in one process are often used in others. For instance, a JAOP that is created as part of a theater CFACC…

…Such a change in conditions will rarely be uniform in time and space across an operational area, but can represent a critical period in the course of operations. The JFC must be able to recognize this…

…The degree or state of being continuous in the conduct of functions, tasks, or duties necessary to accomplish a military action or mission in carrying out the national military strategy. Also called COOP. (Approved for incorporation…

…In this situation, subordinate commanders should ensure they operate in accordance with the air component commander’s targeting intent and within the bounds of issued constraints and restraints.24 DISTRIBUTED OPERATIONS, REACHBACK, AND FEDERATED SUPPORT To…

…The ability to project the military instrument of national power from the United States or another theater, in response to requirements for military operations. (Approved for incorporation into JP 1-02 with JP 3-0 as…

…Synergy is a means to greater operational effectiveness, not an end in itself. The joint operations principle simplicity is always a key consideration. d. Control is inherent in command. To control is to manage and direct…

…Commanders comply with the command guidance on environmental considerations specified in the OPLAN or OPORD and included in unit SOPs. Environmental considerations link directly to risk management and the safety and health of Service members. All…

…Packages are arranged in sequence and used to determine a timeline and resource requirements for the ATO period. Each package should be deconflicted in time, space, and effect. Part of the allocation and MAAP portions of…