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MILITARY DECISIONMAKING PROCESS
(MDMP)
REF: 7-10, 7-20, 101-5, 101-5-1
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SCOPE
INTRO (C2)
TLP REVIEW
MDMP
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COMMAND & CONTROL PROCESS
(C2)
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DEFINITION
WHAT ISCOMMAND?
It is an autho ri ty that a
commander in them il i tary service law ful ly
exercises over his
subo rd inates b y v i r tue
of his rank or
assignment .
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DEFINITION
WHAT IS CONTROL?
- It is th e exerc ise o fauthor i ty & is thecounterpart of
command.- It may also meansuperv is ion of theoperat ion whi leensur ing al l sys tems &activi t ies aresynchronized
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DEFINITION
COMMAND &
CONTROL
PROCESS?
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DEFINITIONCOMMAND & CONTROL PROCESS
is the process through which the act iv i ties o f them i l itary fo rces are
directed,
coord inated, and
contro l led
to accompl ish the m iss ion.
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REVIEW
COMMAND & CONTROL SYSTEMFacil i t ies
Equipment
Communicat ionsProcedures
Personnel
Essential for the Commander for
Planning,Directing,
Controlling
Operations
to accomplish theAssigned Mission/Task
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COMMAND & CONTROL PROCESS
ENDSTATE
all systems must work together
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TROOP LEADING PROCEDURE(a review)
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TROOP LEADING PROCEDURE
Process a leader goes through to prepare his
unit to accomplish a tactical mission
Comprises Eight (8) steps
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EIGHT STEPS OF TLP
R- RECEIVE THE MISSION
I - ISSUE WARNORD
M - MAKE TENTATIVE PLAN
I - INITIATE MOVEMENT
C - CONDUCT RECON
C - COMPLETE THE PLAN
I - ISSUE THE ORDERS - SUPERVISE
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PURPOSE OF TLP
To ensure that the
leader makes the best
use of t im e, equipment
and personnel in
accom pl ish ing the
miss ion .
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RECEIVE
THE
MISSION
ISSUE
WARNINGORDER
MAKE
TENTATIVE
PLAN
INITIATE
MOVEMENT
CONDUCT
RECON
COMPLETE
THE
PLAN
ISSUE
OPORD
SUPERVISE
&
REHEARSE
TROOP LEADING PROCEDUREINITIAL
TIMELINE
INITIAL
MXNANALYSIS
DETAILED
MXN
ANALYSIS
COA
DEVT.
COA
ANALYSIS
COA
COMPA-
RISON
COA
SELECTION/
DECISION
5 PARA OPORD FORMAT
TIME
MISSION
TERRAIN &
WEATHER
ENEMY
TROOPS
CIVIL
I
P
B
A Analyze
Relative CombatPower
G GenerateOptions
A Array InitialForces
D Develop Schemeof Maneuver
A Assign C2
P Prepare COAStatement &
Sketch SUMMARY OF MXN ANALYSIS RESTATED MISSION
INITIAL CDRS INTENT INITIALRISK ASSESSMENT
TENTATIVE DP
MISSION TIME: NET/ AT/ NLT
1/3 2/3 RULE: Issue OPORD NLT 1/3 of Mission Time
PURPOSE: Mission, Intent, Concept 2 levels Up
TASK: Specified, Implied, Essential
CONSTRAINTS: Require or Prohibit Actions
RESTATED MXN: T&P w/ 5 Ws (Para 2)
EFFECTS OF TERRAIN
OBSTACLES: Existing & Reinforcing/ Unrestricted,
Restricted, Severely Restricted
AVENUES OF APPROACH: Air, Mounted, Dismounted
KEY TERRAIN: What significantly affects the mission
OBSERVATION & FIELDS OF FIRE
COVER & CONCEALMENT
&EFFECTS OF WEATHER
DISPOSITION: - Who is he?
- What is he doing?- Where did he come from?
- Where is he?
COMPOSITION: - W hat is/are his orgn/equipment?
STRENGTH: - How many? Troops/Equipment
CAP: - What is he able to do? (by BOS)
COA: - How will he use his troops/equipment?
(Use AGADAP)
What do I have?
Array forces 2 levels down
Civilians on the battlefieldMedia on the Battlefield
Civil Authorities
Non-Governmwnt Organizations
WARGAME AGAINST ENEMY CONCEPT
( Method: Box, Belt, Avenue in Depth)
ENHANCES SYNCHRONIZATION & FOCUS
ADVANTAGES/ DISADVANTAGES
COA COMPARED TO SELECTED CRITERIA
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QUESTIONS
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MILITARY DECISION
MAKING PROCESS
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MILITARY DECISION-MAKING PROCESS
Used to make decisions it is dynamic (TLP)
Is an adaptation of the Armys analytical
approach to problem solvingIs a tool that assists the commander & staff in
developing estimates & plans
It requires full coordination bet commander and
his staffIt begins and ends with the commander
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1. RECEIVE THE MISSION
2. MISSION ANALYSIS
3. COA DEVELOPMENT4. COA ANALYSIS (WARGAME)
6. COA DECISION/APPROVAL
7. ORDERS PRODUCTION
MILITARY DECISION-MAKING PROCESS
5. COA COMPARISON
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1. RECEIVETHE MISSION FACTS &
ASSUMPTIONS2. MISSIONANALYSIS
CDR'SRESTATEDMISSION
CDR'SGUIDANCE 3. COA DEVELOPMENT
CDR'SGUIDANCE
4. COA ANALYSIS(WARGAME)
6. COA DECISION
DECISION
APPROVE/MODIFY
FINALIZE PLAN
7. ORDERSPRODUCTION
SUPERVISION/
REHEARSAL
STAFF ESTIMATES
S1- PERSONNEL ESTIMATE
S2- SITUATION TEMPS/IPB/PIR
S3- MISSION ANALYSISS4- LOGISTICS ESTIMATE
MILITARY DECISION-MAKING PROCESSWARNORD #1
5. COACOMPARISON
A Analyze Relative
Combat Power
G Generate Options
A Array Initial Forces
D Develop Scheme
of Maneuver
A Assign C2P Prepare COA
Statements &
Sketches
MISSION
ANALYSIS
BRIEF
COA
BRIEF
DECISION
BRIEF
OPORD
BRIEF
WARNORD #2
WARNORD #3
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Receipt of oral or written orders from higher HQ
In WARNORD, OPORD, FRAGO form
Conduct initial mission analysis
Determ ine TASK
Determ ine PURPOSE
Determine COMDRS INTENT
Make initial Timeline
STEP 1: RECEIPT OF MISSION
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Where will I get it?
TASK & PURPOSEpara 3
a 1 (Maneuver para of
OPORD)
COMMANDERs INTENT
para 3 (Execution, before
concept of operation)
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INITIAL TIMELINE
You may do the backward planning: from mission
time (Attack Time or Defend Time) back to receipt
of OPORD Consider the TIMINGs in the Coordinating
Instructions
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INITIAL TIMELINE
= LIMITED VISIBILITY
RECEIVEDORDER
DEFENDNLT
011200 011230 011400 011800 012000 020600 022000 030600
MOVEMENT BNREHEARSAL EENT EENTBMNT BMNT
TOTAL TIME AVAILABLE: 42 HOURS1/3 - 2/3 RULE : 1/3 = NLT 02 0200H (ISSUANCE OF COY OPORD)
DUE TO LIMITED VISIBILITY : 0200H IS NOT PRACTICAL
YOU MAY ISSUE OPORD INSTEAD AT 1900H
ISSUE COY OPORD
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2. ISSUE WARNING ORDER Try to immediately issue WO to lower units
No specific format; but 5 paragraph OPORD formatmay be used
Situat ion
Mission
Execut ion
Service Support
Command & Signal
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WARNORD #1
5 Para OPORD Format covering:
- Enemy & Friendly Situation, TO
- Battalion Mission
- Expected Company Tasks
- Method of Movement
- Area of Operation/Objective
- Tentative Timeline
- Additional Information
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QUESTIONS
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STEP 2: MISSION ANALYSIS
STEP 1: Analyze higher orderSTEP 2: Conduct initial IPB
STEP 3: Determine Specified & Implied TasksSTEP 4: Review available assetsSTEP 5: Determine ConstraintsSTEP 6: ID critical facts/assumptionsSTEP 7: Conduct Risk Assessment
STEP 8: Determine initial CCIRSTEP 9: Determine initial R&S PlanSTEP 10: Plan use of timeSTEP 11: Write Restated MissionSTEP 12: Conduct Mission Analysis BriefSTEP 13: Approve Restated MissionSTEP 14: Develop initial CDRs IntentSTEP 15: Issue CDRs GuidanceSTEP 16: Issue WARNORD # 2
STEP 17: Review facts/assumptions
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
TIME ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS OF MISSION
TERRAIN & WEATHER ANALYSIS
ENEMY ANALYSIS
TROOP ANALYSIS
CIVIL CONSIDERATIONS
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
TIME ANALYSIS
Refines allocation of time
How much time is available
1/3 2/3 Rule
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TIME ANALYSIS
GOAL is to determine the useable time available toboth you and your subordinates.
Consider Critical Times such as:
- CROSSING OF LD - ASSAULT TIME- DEFEND NLT - HIGHER REHEARSAL
- RECON - BEGIN/CONDUCT MVT.
- LIMITED VISIBILITY
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TIME ANALYSIS TECHNIQUE
= LIMITED VISIBILITY
RECEIVEDORDER
DEFENDNLT
011200 011230 011400 011800 012000
020600
022000 030600
MOVEMENT BNREHEARSAL EENT EENTBMNT BMNT
TOTAL TIME: 42 HOURSMOVEMENT 2 HOURSBN REHEARSAL 1 HOURCO ROCK DRILL 1 HOUR
MINUS REHEARSE EA 1 HOURKEY LDR TRAVEL 2 HOURS
TO CO EVENTS
LIM VIS DEGRADATION 8 HOURS (40%BASED ONILLUM OF 80%)
AVAILABLE TIME: 27 HOURS
1/3 - 2/3 = CO OPORD NLT 012100MAY ISSUE OPORD AT 011900H
ISSUE COY OPORD
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= LIMITED VISIBILITY
BN ISSUANCE OF
ORDER
DEFENDNLT
011200 011230 011400 011800 012000 020600 022000 030600
MOVEMENT
BNREHEARSAL
EENT EENTBMNT BMNTISSUE COY OPORD
EENTBMNT
EENTBMNT
EENT BMNT
EENT BMNT
OWN
1UP
ENYENEMY RECON
ENEMY PREP FIRES
(Parallel Planning)
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
ANALYSIS OF MISSION
Understand Purpose of Bn Mission
(Mission, Concept, Intent 2 levels up) Determine Tasks
(Specified, Implied, Essential)
Constraints (require or prohibit actions)
Restated MissionT&P w/ 5 Ws
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ANALYSIS OF MISSION
(Understand Purpose of Coy Mission, Concept & Intent 2 Up)
T: DESTROY
P: Prevent enemy
from seizing X-site
X
T: DESTROYP: Prevent enemy
from seizing X-site
II
ME
MET: DISRUPTP: Prevent enemy
from massing on MESE1
II
T: BLOCKP: Prevent enemy
from bypassing ME
II
SE2
T: BLOCK
P: Prevent enemy from
bypassing BDE ME
IT: DESTROY
P: Prevent enemy from
enveloping ME from NW
T: DESTROY
P: Prevent enemy from
enveloping ME from SE
II
MESE1 SE2
2 LEVELS UP
1 LEVEL UP
UNIT LEVEL
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ANALYSIS OF MISSION:
Determine Tasks:
Specifieddirected by higher HQor those stated in the OPORD
Impliednot stated in theOPORD but must be executed to
accomplish the specified tasks
Essential specified tasks thatmust be accomplished for the higherunit to be successful in achieving its
mission
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ANALYSIS OF MISSION:
Understand Constraints:
Those that require actionex. maintain platoon in reserve
Those that prohibit action
ex. do not cross phase line Bull until
authorized
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ANALYSIS OF MISSION:
Prepare Mission Statement:
WHO WHAT mission essential task
WHEN taken from the OPORD
WHERE Obj area or defense location
WHY rationale (purpose) for the tasktaken from Concept of Operation of Para 3of higher OPORD
Ex. 43IB, 803BDE, SE1, attacks in zone at 010200May 09 to seize OBJ DOG (TT615243) in o rder toprevent enemy forces from enveloping into theBDEs main effort from the southeast.
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QUESTIONS
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
TERRAIN ANALYSIS
Obstacles existing & reinforcing(Restricted, Severely Restricted, Unrestricted)
Avenues of Approach(Air, Mounted, Dismounted)
Key Terrain
Observation & Fields of Fire
Cover & Concealment
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)WEATHER ANALYSIS
Light Data (BMNT, EENT, moonrise or set)
Precipitation
Temperature and humidity
Wind speed & direction
Visibility
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
ENEMY ANALYSIS
Understand IPB
Enemy Disposition
Enemy Composition &
Strength
Enemy Capabilities byBOS
Enemy COA
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)
TROOP ANALYSIS
Determine combat power ofown force
Array initial forces 2 levels
down Array availableassets/firepower
Determine status of
soldiers & equipment
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MISSION ANALYSIS (TM-TET-C)CIVIL ANALYSIS
Civilians on thebattlefield
Media on the Battlefield
Civil Authorities
Non-GovernmentalOrganizations
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QUESTIONS
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SUMMARY of MISSION ANALYSIS
Derive the fol low ing : Restated Mission (determined already)
Initial Commanders Intent
(w/ respect to Enemy, Terrain, End-state)
Initial Risk Assessment(Tactical & Accidental Risks)
Tentative Decisive Point
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SUMMARY of MISSION ANALYSIS
Derive the Initial Commanders Intent: Clear & concise statement of what the forces mustdo with respect to: ENEMY
TERRAIN
DESIRED END-STATE
Does not include the method (how) by which theforce will get from its current state to the end state
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EX. COMMANDERS INTENT In relation to Enemy:
All enemy forces at OBJ BULL destroyed Enemy forces fixed in EA DOG
Enemy recon forces destroyed prior to reaching PL FISH
In relation to Terrain:
Company controls west side of Taclang-Damulag NLT XX Company reaches PL DOG NLT XX
In relation to Desired Endstate: Company in defensive posture NLT XX, able to destroy en
counter attack along AA RED
52IB passed through CP2 without significant delay
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SUMMARY of MISSION ANALYSIS Also der ive the fol low ing:
Initial Risk Assessment
Tactical due to enemy presence
Accidental other than tactical Tentative Decisive Point
a point, if retained provides a marked advantage;
usually geographic in nature/ physical elements; a
time or location where enemy weakness is positionedthat allows overwhelming combat power to be
generated against it
DECISIVE POINT
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DECISIVE POINTIs where the unit will mass the effects of overwhelming
combat power to achieve result with respect to terrain,enemy, & time that will accomplish the units purpose.
T:
P:
I
T:
P:
I
SE2T:
P:SE1
I
T:
P:
I
SE3
ME
DP
STEP 2: MISSION ANALYSIS
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STEP 2: MISSION ANALYSIS
All Staff Officers- Specified and Implied Tasks- Mission Essential Tasks
- Constraints- Recommended CCIR- Assets available
S-1- Status of org/attached units
- Forcasted personnel status- Surgical-Medical assets avail
S-2- Initial IPB- Battlefield environment- Describe battlefield effects
- Evaluate the threat
S-3- Current combat power- Current situation of sub units- Status of current task org
- MSN and Intent - 2 levels up
S-4- Maintenance status- Forecasted veh/weapons status
- Supply status- Transportation available
Sig-O- Commo maintenance status- Higher HQ signal plan
FSO- Fire spt capabilities- Recommended FS tasks- HVT by critical events- IPB, target value analysis
Engr-O- Terrain analysis support- Capabilities of Engineer units
ADO- Current C2- ADW/WCS
- ADA coverage available
STEP 2: MISSION ANALYSIS
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STEP 2: MISSION ANALYSIS
MISSION ANALYSIS BRIEF
S3/XO: - SET-UP
S3: - MISSION & INTENT (2 UP)
S2: - INITIAL IPB
- INITIAL HVTs
- INITIAL EVENT TEMPLATE
- INITIAL R & S PLAN
S3: - CURRENT TASK ORG
- CURRENT SECURITY PLAN- SPEC / IMPL TASKS
- CONSTRAINTS
- HAZARDS
- RESTATED MISSION
- I NITIAL COLLECTION PLANFSO: - ASSETS AVAILABLE
EN: - CONTRAINTS , ASSETS
ADO: - RESTRICTIONS / CAPABILITIES
S1/S4: - PERS. STAT / CRITICAL SPLY
XO: - PROPOSED OPS/PLNG TIMELINE
RECEIVE CDRS GUIDANCE
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WARNORD #2
5 Para OPORD Format covering:
- TO: Attachments & Detachments
- Situation: Enemy & Friendly- Mission
- Execution: Bn Cdrs Intent & Purpose of Fires
- Specific Instructions
- Service Support (Concept of Support)- Command & Signal
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Step 1. Analyze relative combat power.
Step 2. Generate conceptual possibilities.
Step 3. Array initial forces.
Step 4. Develop the scheme of maneuver.
Step 5. Assign HQs
Step 6. Prepare COA statements and sketches.
STEP 3: COA DEVELOPMENT
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COA DEVELOPMENT
Develop at least 2 COAs
Doc tr inal ly, a leg it imate COA must be:
SuitableFeasible
Acceptable
Distinguishable
Complete
Six-step Technique - AGADAP
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1. RELATIVE COMBAT POWERANALYSIS (RCPA)
Analyze relative combat power:
...An estimate of the general overall
relationship of the combat power of hisforces to that of the enemy forces,
including significant strengths and
weaknesses.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
ANALYZE RELATIVE COMBAT POWER
Determine Enemy & Friendly Strengths &Weaknesses w/ respect to:
Maneuver
Firepower
Protection
LeadershipDeductions
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Elements of Combat Power:
Maneuvermovement of combat forces togain positional advantage
Firepowerthe amount of fire that may
be deliveredProtectionconserves fighting potential of
the force so commanders can apply it todecisive point in time and space
Leadershipcompetent and confidentofficers and NCOs
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RCPAGoal is to apply friendly strengths against enemy
vulnerabilities
FRIENDLY ENEMY GENERAL FACTORSSTRENGTH WEAKNESS
WEAKNESS STRENGTHSTRENGTH WEAKNESS
WEAKNESS STRENGTHSTRENGTH WEAKNESS
WEAKNESS STRENGTHSTRENGTH WEAKNESS
WEAKNESS STRENGTH
M
F
P
L
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2. GENERATE OPTIONS
Brainstorming is the preferred technique.
- requires time, imagination, and creativity,
but it produces the widest range of options.
The staff first determines the Decisive Point.
- this is where the unit will mass the effects of
overwhelming combat power to achieve a result with
respect to terrain, enemy, and time that willaccomplish the units purpose.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
GENERATE OPTIONS
Determine Decisive Point
Determine Tasks & Purposes of Main Effort
& Supporting Efforts
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DECISIVE POINT
A point, usually geographical in nature, that when
retained provides a commander with a marked
advantage over his opponent. (Def Ops) (FM 100-5,
Pg.. G-2)
Allows us to focus the effects of our combat power(FM 7-10, Pg.. 2-25)
Each COA should be developed starting at a
potential decisive point (FM 7-10, Pg.. 2-25)
DECISIVE POINT
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DECISIVE POINT(CONT)
Different COAs may focus on potentially different DPs
(FM 7-20, Pg.. 2-16), but at the tactical level there
should be only one DP in order to maintain focus.
The main effort is usually applied at the Decisive Point. Action at the Decisive Point creates the conditions
necessary for mission success.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
DP & MAIN EFFORT
Main effort is tasked towards the Decisive Point
T:
P:
I
T:
P:
I
SE2T:
P:SE1
I
T:
P:
I
SE3
ME
DP
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3. ARRAY INITIAL FORCES Planners determine the ratio of friendly to enemy
units required for each task, starting with the ME and
continuing through all SE/s. (consider the entire BF
framework, including close, deep, rear, reserve, recon
and scty opns.)
Planners normally array ground forces 2 levels down.
The initial array focuses on generic ground maneuver
units without regard to specific type or TO, and then
considers all combat multipliers, as appropriate.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
ARRAY INITIAL FORCES
Determine specific number ofplatoons & weapons toaccomplish each task
Allocate resources required forthe main effort & then thesupporting efforts indescending order ofimportance
4 DEVELOP THE SCHEME OF MANEUVER
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4. DEVELOP THE SCHEME OF MANEUVER
Describes how arrayed forces will accomplish thecommanders intent.
It is the central expression of the commandersconcept for operations and governs the design of
supporting plans or annexes. During this step, units are converted from generic tospecific types of units, such as armor, light infantry, andmech infantry.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
DEVELOP SCHEMES OF MANEUVER
Describe how the COA is unfolding from the start
to its conclusion or end-state
Determine the bests ways to use the terrain
Determine how to best employ the units strengths
against the enemys weaknesses
Develop maneuver control measures
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5. ASSIGN HEADQUARTERS
Planners assign HQs to grouping of forces, creating
a TO.
This assignment should consider the types of units
to be assigned to a HQs and its span of control. A HQs controls at least two subordinate maneuver
units, but not more than five.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
ASSIGN HEADQUARTERS
Assign specific subordinate elements as main &supporting efforts
Provide adequate command and control of eachelement
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6. PREPARE COA STATEMENTS
AND SKETCHES
The COA statement must clearly portray how
the unit will accomplish the mission and explain
the scheme of maneuver.
The sketch provides a picture of the maneuver
aspects of the COA.
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COA DEVELOPMENT (AGADAP)
PREPARE COA STATEMENTS &
SKETCHES
Focus on all significant actions from start
of the COA to finish Whenever possible, prepare a sketch
showing each COA
COA STATEMENT FORMAT
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COA STATEMENT FORMAT1. DECISIVE POINT (DP)
2. REASON FOR BEING A DP
3. FORM OF MANEUVER
4. TASK & PURPOSE OF ME(Generic)
5. TASK & PURPOSES OF SEs(Generic)
6. PURPOSES OF COMBAT SUPPORT
UNITS/ASSETS
7. END-STATE
EXAMPLE COA SKETCH
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EXAMPLE COA SKETCH
455
325
1
2 X 60 mm
LD LD
DOA
BLUE
ORP
ASSLT PSN
ATK PSN
OBJ TOOL
OBJ BOX
Legend
1st Event
2d Event
3d Event
4th Event (Main Attack)
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QUESTIONS
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STEP 4 ANALYZE COA (WARGAME)
Friendly COA against Enemy MPCOA How the fight will take place
Where risks are taken Where decisions are required
Helps determine advantages &
disadvantages
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Method: Action, Reaction, Counter-action
Techniques:
Box
Belt
Avenue in DepthDone for each COA FM 7-10
Pg.. 2-26
ANALYZE COA
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ANALYSIS OF COA
WARGAME THEFF COA AGAINSTEN COA
Box Technique - specific area of battlefield
Belt Technique - divide COA into phases
Avenue in Depth Technique - along one
avenue of approach at a time
STEP 5 COMPARE COA
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STEP 5: COMPARE COAs
SIGNIFICANT FACTORS: Factors that areunique to the success of a particular operation.
Derived from relative combat power
analysis
Evaluation criteria for COA selection
3-5 Significant factors necessary for
comparison
FM 7-10
Pg.. 2-31
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COA #1 COA #2 COA #3COAs
Factor
Total
Completes
action at
DP early
Enemy
reacting to
our will
Achieves
tactical
surprise
Soldiers
load
+-
-
+
+-
+
+
-+
-
-0 2 -2
DECISION MATRIX (SAMPLE)
DECISION MATRIX (SAMPLE)
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COA #1 COA #2 COA #3COAsFactors
Total
Principles of War
Battlefield
Operating System
Elements of
Combat Power
Soldiers Load
DECISION MATRIX (SAMPLE)
WT
.40
.25
.15
.20
1.00
1
1
1
1
2
22
2
3
3
3
3
GOOD - 1BETTER - 2BEST - 3
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COA COMPARISON
COMPARE COAs
WEIGH THE :
Advantages Disadvantages
Strengths
Weaknesses
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COA APPROVAL
COMDR WILL DECIDE:
WHICH FRIENDLY COA WILL BE
CONSIDERED (CHANGED OR MODIFIED)
EN MPCOA - CONFIRMED OR MAKE
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS
HVTs
PIRs/IRs
COA/DECISION BRIEFING
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COA/DECISION BRIEFINGS3/XO - SET UP
S3 - MSN/INTENT (2 UP)
- RESTATED MSN- Update Time Analysis
S2 - UPDATE IPB
(Weather, Enemy Sit,
EMPCOA as needed)S3 - ASSUMPTIONS
- BRIEF COAs
- GENERIC TASK ORG,
COA STATEMENT &
SKETCH
- ADVANT/DISADVANT
OF EACH COA
- RECOMMEND COA
CDR MAKESDECISION,
ISSUES
GUIDANCE, &
IMPROVES/ADJUSTS CCIR
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AFTER THE DECISION BRIEF
Commanders additional guidance and theapproved COA are given
WARNO #3 sent to subordinate units.
Additional information is gathered and putback into the process as necessary.
Synch Matrix completed
Complete the plan
WARNORD #3
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WARNORD #3
5 Para OPORD Format covering:
- TO: Attachments & Detachments
- Updated Situation: Enemy & Friendly- Mission
- Execution: Bn Cdrs Intent & Concept
- Updates on Specific Instructions/ Timeline
- Service Support- Command & Signal
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CONDUCT RECON
Recon should confirmPriority Intelligence
Requirements (PIR)
If possible, includesubordinate leaders in
the reconnaissance
If possible, try to see the
view of the decisive point
FINALIZE THE PLAN
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FINALIZE THE PLANMODIFY/FINALIZE PLAN
-S1/S4 =CONCEPT OF SUPPORT
-S2 =REFINE R&S PLAN
-S3 =OPORD/FRAGO
-OTHERS FINALIZE SPT PLANS
ORDERS BRIEF
SUPERVISE
BRIEFBACK
INSPECT
REHEARSE
Staff prepares the Annexesneeded to complete the plan
Staff supervises implementationof the plan as directed by the Cdror XO.
Staff prepares the rehearsal forthe Commander
Staff conducts rehearsalsinternalto their staff sections.
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COMPLETE THE PLANMay or may not alter the tentative
plan as a result of the recon
Refine concept and plans for fireFocus on specific tasks of all
elements
Make the plan simple
STEP 7 ORDERS PRODUCTION
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Ensure that subordinates understand:
what must be done
when it must be done
how it must be done how will the elements work together
how it supports the intent of higher unit cmdr
Order does not contain unnecessary info
Make use of Terrain Model
Use 5-paragraph OPORD format
STEP 7:ORDERS PRODUCTION
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OPERATIONS ORDER
Relays necessary info to subordinates tocarry out an operation
Common 5 paragraph formatCommon tactical language -FM 101-5-1
Oral and / or written
OPORD CHARACTERISTICS
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OPORD CHARACTERISTICS
GOOD COMBAT ORDERS...
Have Clarity
Are Complete and Brief
Are Timely
Allow initiative by recognizing subordinates
freedom of action within the commanders intent
SUPPLEMENTS TO ORDERS
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SUPPLEMENTS TO ORDERSShould amplify or clarify the OPORD
Overlays -- Friendly and Enemy
Fire Support, R&S, Ops, Movement
Intel, EventConcept Sketch
Terrain Model
Execution & Fire Support MatrixAnnexes, etc.
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FRAGMENTARY ORDERS
No plan survives first contact with the enemy - VON MOLTKE
Provides timely changes to existing orders
Used to supplement orders while operations
are in progress
Only what is changed is normally sent
Follows OPORD formatFM 7-10
Pg.. G-4
SUPERVISION/ REHEARSAL
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Re-supp ly, H2O and rat ions
Inspect un i form , equ ipment, weapons and
ammuni t ion
Movement and Protect ions
Communicat ion & Maintenance
Fire Suppo rt and Eng ineering act iv i t ies
Briefbacks
SUPERVISION/ REHEARSAL
S S
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REHEARSALS
Radio Rehearsal
Map Rehearsal
Sketch Map RehearsalTerrain Model Rehearsal
Key Leader Rehearsal
Full Rehearsal
REHEARSALS
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REHEARSALS
Fire and Maneuver (Battle Drills)Actions on unexpected enemy
contact
Actions on ObjectiveBreaching Obstacles
Assaulting Bunkers/ enter building
Clearing of trenchLoading and unloading of aircraft
OUTPUT- WARNORD #1- Commanders Guidance
INPUT- Mission Received ordeduced
MDMP 1/3
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STEP 1
RECEIPT OF MISSION
STEP 1: Analyze higher order
STEP 2: Conduct initial IPB
STEP 3: Determine Specified & Implied TasksSTEP 4: Review available assets
STEP 5: Determine Constraints
STEP 6: ID critical facts/assumptions
STEP 7: Conduct Risk Assessment
STEP 8: Determine initial CCIR
STEP 9: Determine initial R&S Plan
STEP 10: Plan use of timeSTEP 11: Write Restated Mission
STEP 12: Conduct Mission Analysis Brief
STEP 13: Approve Restated Mission
STEP 14: Develop initial CDRs Intent
STEP 15: Issue CDRs Guidance
STEP 16: Issue WARNORD
STEP 17: Review facts/assumptions
All Staff Officers- Specified and Implied Tasks
- Mission Essential Tasks
- Constraints- Recommended CCIR
- Assets available
S-1- Status of org/attached units
- Forecasted personnel status
- Surgical-Medical assets avail
S-2
- Initial IPB- Battlefield environment
- Describe battlefield effects
- Evaluate the threat
S-3- Current combat power
- Current situation of sub units
- Status of current task org
- MSN and Intent - 2 levels up
S-4- Maintenance status
- Forecasted veh/weapons status
- Supply status- Transportation available
S-6- Commo maintenance status
- Higher HQ signal plan
FSO- Fire spt capabilities
- Recommended FS tasks
- HVT by critical events- IPB, target value analysis
Engineer- Terrain analysis support
- Capabilities of Engineer units
ADO- Current C2
- ADW/WCS
- ADA coverage available
STEP 2
MISSION ANALYSIS
OUTPUT- WARNORD #2- Initial Timeline, Initial R& S Plan
MDMP 2/3
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STEP 1: GATHER THE TOOLS
STEP 2: LIST ALL FRIENDLY FORCES
STEP 3: LIST ASSUMPTIONS
STEP 4: LIST KNOWN CRITICAL EVENTS
AND DECISION
STEP 5: DETERMINE EVALUATION CRITERIA
STEP 6: SELECT WARGAME METHOD
STEP 7: SELECT METHOD TO RECORD AND
DISPLAY RESULT
STEP 8: WARGAME AND ASSESS
CONDUCT JOINT RCPAS-3
DET. DECISIVE POINT
DET. PURPOSESDET. TASKS
DET T.O./ASSIGN C2
EST. CONTROL MEAS.
PREP COA STATEMENT
AND SKETCH
ARRAY FORCES (2 DOWN)
MIN. 2 X COAs
S-2
IPB CONTINUES
REFINE SITTEMPsREFINE EVENTTEMPs
NAIs/TAIs
PRODUCE LARGE SCALE
TERRAIN SKETCH OF
AO/AI FOR WARGAME
STAFF REFINES ESTIMATES
COA STATEMENT & SKETCH
DRAWN LARGE AND TO SCALE
R & S ASSETS MUST HAVE
-FIRE SUPPORT -CSS (medical; resupply)
-REDUNDANCY -CLEAR SPECIFIC FOCUS
-COMMO; C2
-Means to display forces /COA sketches
-Initial Event Template / EN Events List
-HVT List / Friendly Assets / CDRs Guidance
-Synch Matrix / Blank Butcher Pad
TOOLS
HASTY WARGAME
1. Basis for Comparison (CDRs Decision
Brief)
2. Use Box Method for Critical Events
3. Wargame each COA vs.. each EN COA
4. Record graphically on SITTEMP
5. Record on Synch Matrix/Create a Decision
Matrix6. 15-20 Minutes per Friendly COA
MISSION ANALYSIS BRIEF
S3/XO: -SET-UP
S3: -MISSION & INTENT (2 UP)
S2: -INITIAL IPB-INITIAL HVTs
-INITIAL EVENT TEMPLATE
-INITIAL R & S PLAN
S3: -CURRENT TASK ORG
-CURRENT SECURITY PLAN
-SPEC / IMPL TASKS
-CONSTRAINTS
-HAZARDS
-RESTATED MISSION
-INITIAL COLLECTION PLAN
FSO: -ASSETS AVAILABLE
EN: -CONTRAINTS
ADO: -RESTRICTIONS / CAPABILITIES
S1/S4: -PERS. STAT / CRITICAL SPLY
XO: -PROPOSED OPS/PLNG TIMELINE
RECEIVE CDRS GUIDANCE
STEP 3
COA DEVELOPMENT
STEP 4
COA ANALYSIS(Wargame)
Initial Timeline, Initial R& S Plan
FROM MISSION ANALYSIS
OUTPUT- WARNORD #3- Updated R&S Plan, Updated IPB, COA & Sketches
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All Products Carried Over to
Detailed Wargame
S2/S3 Adjust R & S Plan
Based on Selected COA
WARGAME PROVIDES
1. Strength and Weakness of each COA
2. Update EVENT TEMP
3. Initial SYNCH MATRIX4. Draft CCIR (PIR, FFIR, EEFI)
5. Sound basis for recommending COA
DECISION BRIEF
S3/XO - SET UP
S3 - MSN/INTENT (2 UP)
-RESTATED MSN-Update Time Analysis
S2 - UPDATE IPB
(Weather, Enemy Sit,
EMPCOA as needed)
S3 - ASSUMPTIONS
-BRIEF COAs
-GENERIC TASK ORG,
COA STATEMENT &
SKETCH
-ADVANT/DISADVANT
OF EACH COA
-RECOMMEND COA
SMEs CAN BRIEF ADVANT/
DISADVANT AND COA
FEASIBILITY
CDR MAKES DECISION,
ISSUES GUIDANCE, &
IMPROVES/ADJUSTS CCIR
-Makes Transition from COA to
Scheme of Maneuver
-Wargame Selected COA vs EMPCOA
Until Desired Endstate is Achieved
-S2 Knowledge of Enemy is Critical
-Create and Use DST
-Event Analysis/Targeting (HVT/HPT)
(ID Targeting related to Decision Points
-Record Graphics on COA Overlay
-Record results on SYNCH MAT
DETAILED WARGAME
CAPTURING DATA THROUGH
DETAILED RECORDING ISCRITICAL TO THE PROCESS
DETAILED WARGAME
PROVIDES:-Final OPNS Graphics-CONPLAN Graphics
-Final R & S Plan
-Final DSM
-Base Scheme of Maneuver
-Final DST
-Final EVENT TEMP
-CCIR Adjustments
-5 PARAGRAPH OPORD
-ANNEXES TO OPORD
-SIT TEMP
-EVENT TEMP
-FIRE SPT OVERLAY-HPTs
-FSEM
-TGT LIST WORKSHEET
-ENGINEER MATRIX
-DST
-SYNCH MATRIX
-R & S OVERLAY
Upon Completing Base Plan:Wargame other Enemy COAs
Record results on Overlay using
dashed lines (CONPLAN)
Synch CONPLAN and determine
Decision Points/PIR
Determine criteria for activating
CONPLANs
STEP 5
COA COMPARISON
STEP 6
COA APPROVAL
STEP 7
ORDERS PRODUCTION
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