Joint Metoc Handboo - IHMC Ontology and Policy Management

B-JOPES Formats
3. Execution.
b. Space Activities. Ensure all required METOC information from space assets is
stated in paragraph (2) of Annex N.
B.1.2.6 Other Annexes Potentially Requiring METOC Input.
• Annex D, Logistics (see Logistics Estimate)
• Annex M, Mapping, Charting, and Geodesy
• Annex P, Wartime Host-Nation Support
• Annex Z, Distribution
B.2 NATO/PfP (Partnership for Peace) Format
METOC operations can be documented in Annex T or Annex U, METOC Support. The ad
hoc Combined Joint Task Force (CJTF) will probably finalize the format. The following
layout is similar to what is typically used:
1. Plan Identification (operations plan being implemented, if any)
2. References
3. Task Organization (in an exercise environment, may be Time Zone)
4. Situation
a. General (can reference the basic Operations Order (OPORD))
b. Strategic Conceptions, Scope, and Objectives (similar to objectives listed in
“Mission”, para. 2 of Annex H of a U.S. OPORD)
c. Risk Assessment and Enemy Forces (probably N/A; could address safety, force
protection, supportability, and communications risks)
d. Centers of Gravity (critical aspects of METOC operations)
e. Friendly Forces (can reference basic OPORD)
f. Attachments and Detachments (may not be used)
g. Assumptions (similar to Annex H para. 1.b.; may want to include additional NATO
factors)
h. Planning Factors and Constraints (similar to Annex H para. 1.c.)
- Include general characteristics of the region (may be included in appendixes to
the annex)
5. Mission (similar to Annex H para 2, “Mission”)
This format can include specific missions being supported, if known.
6. Execution
a. Commander’s Intent (JMO’s intent)
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