Campaign Planning Process 28 March 2006 Step 4C – Campaign Evaluation UNCLASSIFIED

2 Learning Objectives This module will cover Step 4C of the Campaign Planning Process. Aim of Step: –The Campaign Framework is evaluated against the CCTF Intent & Operational End State. This evaluation allows the Campaign Plan Directive to be developed. Starting Conditions: –DP Matrix is completed. –DP Matrix is coordinated with CTF Components & major actor / stakeholders.

UNCLASSIFIED 3 Learning Objectives Basic Process : –C5 PLANS & the CPG, supported by the Red Team (C2, C5, C7, & POLAD), accomplish this evaluation. –The developed Campaign Framework is now evaluated against the CCTF’s Intent & Operational End State for the following:  Feasibility in regard to key limitations (constraints & restraints) and major resources – Can it be done?  Suitability in addressing prevailing conditions of the operational environment – Will it accomplish the mission?  Acceptability in terms of strategic intent & objectives – Is it a politically acceptable plan of action? –This is cognitive evaluation (“gross error check”) & should NOT be a detailed wargaming analysis.

UNCLASSIFIED 4 Learning Objectives Ending Conditions: –DPs are validated (support CCTF’s Intent & achievement of the Operational End State). –DPs are thoroughly reviewed by major actor / stakeholders to ensure that a “coordinating / cooperative atmosphere” is established.  Note: Information classification may restrict direct review; the CTF C7, through the Civil-Military Operations Center (CMOC), should coordinate with the IA community to the maximum extent possible. –The Campaign Framework is confirmed as the set of DPs / SEs that will support the attainment of the desired Operational End State. End Product of the Step: None

UNCLASSIFIED 5 Preliminary Notes Coordination with the NCEs & with major actors / stakeholders is critical within multinational efforts. –Cultural sensitivities & participating nations’ input, together with input from major actors / stakeholders, is required. The CCTF’s, Command Group’s, & NCE’s “personal efforts” are required to ensure the plan is suitable, feasible, & acceptable with the international & major actor / stakeholder community.

UNCLASSIFIED 6 Preliminary Notes The Multinational Coordination Center (MNCC) & CMOC (& CTF C7 staff) will be key organizations within the CTF HQs for Campaign Framework evaluation checks & coordination.

UNCLASSIFIED 7 Step 4C – Campaign Evaluation Preliminary Action C5 PLANS organizes the CPG & Red Team. Special emphasis is placed on NCE evolvement. C7 (Civil-Military Operations Planners) organize to fully represent actor / stakeholder input that cannot be directly involved due to information classification. The CCTF (personal involvement) & Command Group need to be engaged with senior leaders of the major actor / stakeholder organizations.

UNCLASSIFIED 8 Step 4C – Campaign Evaluation Main Actions The CPG, with help of a RED Team, validates the DPs ability to support the attainment of CCTF’s Intent & the desired Operational End State. –DPs must NOT conflict with, or be negated by, the likely effects sought by other actors / stakeholders. DPs should be mutually reinforcing. –DPs should illuminate the SEs requiring close coordination with other actors / stakeholders.

UNCLASSIFIED 9 Step 4C – Campaign Evaluation Main Actions Each DP is assessed for its suitability, feasibility, & acceptability. –The method for validating the DPs is similar to Mission Analysis with each DP (condition) acting as the stimulus for discussion by the CPG. –The CPG maintains an ongoing dialogue with the Command Group for their assessment of the validity of the DPs (in small group settings). –This is the first occasion at which a “Red Team” may provide a check on the process, although such activity should not drive planning in a particular direction.

UNCLASSIFIED 10 Step 4C – Campaign Evaluation Main Actions At this point, the CCTF & Staff must ensure that major risks & omissions from the campaign framework are noted so that they might be subsequently mitigated. –In complex crisis response contingencies, risks & omissions will most likely be difficult civil-military issues. –Nevertheless, difficult issues must be identified & addressed in a cooperative effort with other actor / stakeholders.

CTF Components CTF Staff Command Group 30%50%20% Steps 1 to 3 Steps 4 & 5 Steps 6 & 7 1 – Commander’s Scoping 2 – Situation Review 3A – Mission Analysis 3B – S-COG Analysis 3C – Factor Analysis 4A – Develop the Campaign Framework 4C – Decisive Point (DP) Evaluation CTF Component Analysis 4B – Decisive Point (DP) Analysis & Supporting Effect (SE) Development WARNO 1OIPEMsn AnalysisWARNO 2 Strategic Military Direction (HHQ Warning Order to JTF / CTF)

UNCLASSIFIED 12 Summary Campaign Evaluation is a “sanity-check” to confirm the previous planning supports the CCTF’s Intent & establishes the conditions that will achieve the Operational End State. Major actor / stakeholders perspectives & view points of the participating nations are critical for Campaign Framework validation. Do NOT just focus on military conditions within the Campaign Framework; identify complex civil-military conditions that require coordination & cooperation.

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