Manage Operational Pacing

Adjust the pace of an operation to maintain momentum, coordination and combat effectiveness.

• Assess whether the force is able to maintain the current tempo.
• Increase tempo when conditions allow exploitation or rapid action.
• Reduce tempo when coordination, sustainment or situational awareness requires attention.
• Allow subordinate elements sufficient time to reposition, coordinate and execute tasks.
• Coordinate significant changes in tempo with affected leaders.
• Adjust the pace of the operation when player numbers, capabilities or circumstances change.
• Communicate with the Mission Support Team to coordinate the pace and intensity of the operation.
• Consider the player experience when adjusting tempo, avoiding unnecessary periods of inactivity or sustained intensity that prevents effective participation.
• Resume or increase tempo when the conditions requiring a pause or reduction are resolved.