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Battle Management



FM/G407 - Battle Management
Skill
FM/BS-1890 - Issue a Fragmentary Order
Skill

Adjust an existing plan without repeating information that remains unchanged.

  • State the change in the situation.
  • Identify the affected elements.
  • Issue the new task, purpose or priority.
  • State when the change takes effect.
  • Update relevant control measures, restrictions and support.
  • Confirm affected leaders understand the change.
  • Leave unchanged parts of the original order in effect.

Recommended format:

  • Situation: What has changed
  • Task: What must now be achieved
  • Execution: Who will act and when
  • Support: Changes to available support
  • Command: Changes to coordination or reporting
Skill
FM/BS-1891 - Reallocate Combat Power
Skill

Move forces or supporting capabilities to respond to changing priorities.

  • Assess the progress and condition of subordinate elements.
  • Identify where additional combat power or support is required.
  • Preserve support to the main effort unless the priority has changed.
  • Reassign manoeuvre or supporting assets.
  • Communicate changes through the appropriate leaders.
  • Confirm new command and support relationships.
  • Reassess the effect of the reallocation.
Guide
FM/BG-1892 - Controlling Operational Tempo
Guide

Operational tempo should reflect the force’s ability to move, fight, communicate and sustain itself.

Increase tempo when:

  • The enemy is disrupted
  • A time-sensitive opportunity exists
  • The main effort can exploit success
  • Subordinate elements remain capable and coordinated

Reduce tempo when:

  • Elements are becoming separated
  • Command and control is degraded
  • Casualties or supply shortages require attention
  • Supporting assets are not ready
  • The situation is insufficiently understood

A pause should have a defined purpose and should not continue longer than required.

Skill
FM/BS-1893 - Sequence Operational Phases
Skill

Coordinate transitions between the different stages of an operation.

  • Define the purpose and end condition of each phase.
  • Identify the element responsible for the main action in each phase.
  • Establish triggers for transitioning between phases.
  • Position follow-on and supporting elements before transition.
  • Confirm sustainment and casualty arrangements.
  • Communicate phase changes to affected leaders.
  • Adjust later phases when execution changes the situation.
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