Joint Publication 3-13, Information Operations - The Global ...

Chapter V
(10) Compile and maintain a target folder for each IO target nomination incorporating
at least the minimum data fields set by the Military Targeting Committee. Target folders will
facilitate IC review and JFC deconfliction and commander approval for action.
c. COA Development. The staff takes the output from mission analysis as key inputs to
COA development: initial staff estimates; mission and tasks; and JFC planning guidance. Key
IO staff actions during this phase are:
(1) Select IO core capabilities that may be used individually or integrated with other
options to accomplish IO supporting tasks for each COA.
(2) Revise the IO portion of COAs as required to develop the staff estimate.
(3) Brief portions of each COA and include the results of risk analysis for each COA.
d. COA Analysis and Wargaming. Based upon time available, the commander should
wargame each tentative COA against adversary COAs identified through the JIPB process. Key
IO staff actions during this phase are:
(1) Analyze each COA from an IO functional perspective.
(2) Reveal key IO decision points.
(3) Recommend IO task organization adjustments.
(4) Provide IO data for use in a synchronization matrix or other decision-making tool.
(5) Identify IO portions of branches and sequels.
(6) Identify possible high-value targets related to IO.
(7) Recommend commander’s critical information requirement for IO.
e. COA Comparison. COA comparison starts with all staff members analyzing and evaluating
the advantages and disadvantages of each COA from their perspectives. Key IO staff actions during
this phase are:
(1) Compare each COA based on mission and IO tasks.
(2) Compare each COA in relation to IO requirements versus available IO resources.
(3) Prioritize COAs from an IO perspective.
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