UNIT I Joint Planning Systems

Question 1

This system is a DoD automated system that integrates the strategic command, control, communications & intelligence functions & is provided through the SIPRNET

Answer 1

GCCS - Global Command & Control System

Question 2

This is a DoD directed single, integrated joint command & control system for conventional operation planning & execution. It grants data-bases accessible to planners & Combatant Commanders.

Answer 2

JOPES - Joint Operation Planning & Execution System

Question 3

What Deployment Data answers these questions?

• What is the first movement date
• What is he required delivery date
• What is the destination
• What is the route/mode of travel

Answer 3

TPFDD - Time Phased Force & Deployment Data

Question 4

This planning & execution is essentially the same & is the future of JOPES

Answer 4

APEX - Adaptive Planning & Execution

Question 5

This system allows the Joint Chiefs of Staff plan better. It is an internal management tool for use by the CJCS, Services, Combatant Commands (COCOMs), and Combat Support Agencies

Answer 5

SORTS - Status of Resources & Training System

Question 6

A unit’s C-level is its overall rating based on measurements in four resource areas

Answer 6

P - level (Personnel)
S - level (Equipment & Supplies on hand)
R - level (Equipment Condition)
T - level (Training)

Question 7

What are the 6 point C-level ratings

Answer 7

C-1  Full
C-2 Most
C-3 Many 
C-4 Requires additional resources
C-5 Not Prepared
C-6 N/A

Question 8

True or False

SORTS is designed to be used as input for the performance appraisal of a unit or a unit commander

Answer 8

False