The Operations Process

Question 1

Identify UVDDLA

Answer 1

Understand the OE
Visualize the end state and operational approach
Describe to the staff
Direct
Lead
Assess

Question 2

What are the four components of the Operations Process?

Answer 2

Plan, Prepare, Execute, Assess

Question 3

What are the three principles of the Operations Process?

Answer 3

1. Commander drives the Ops Process
2. Build and maintain situational understanding.
3. Apply critical and creative thinking.

Question 4

Define Combat Power

Answer 4

The total means of destructive, constructive, and information capabilities that a military unit or formation can apply at a given time.

Question 5

What does CP consist of?

Answer 5

The 6 WFF plus Leadership and Information.

Question 6

Describe C2 as a WFF

Answer 6

Synchronize and Converge elements of combat power.

Question 7

Describe M&M as a WFF

Answer 7

Move and employ forces to gain a relative advantage.

Question 8

Describe Fires as a WFF

Answer 8

Create and converge fires effects to enable operations.

Question 9

Describe Sustainment as a WFF

Answer 9

Provide support/services to ensure freedom of action, operational reach, and prolong endurance.

Question 10

Describe Protection as a WFF

Answer 10

Preserve the force so the CDR can apply maximum combat power and accomplish the mission.