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d. Component tactical communications systems must be responsive to the CJTF.
Because of their inherent capabilities, all communications are considered for joint use.
Commercial communications systems may offer a cost-effective alternative means to satisfy
the commander’s needs and may effectively augment constrained DOD resources.
e. The complexity of joint operations and the finite amount of communications system
resources may require the CJTF to adjudicate or assign subordinate commands
responsibilities for providing this support. This normally is done in annex K
(Communications System) to the OPLAN, OPORD, or campaign plan.
f. The design of a communications system should be based on the continuous need for
quality information to support JTF operations. Figure X-1 provides information quality
criteria to be used by the JTF staff. USSTRATCOM or Service network operations
(NETOPS) components control the communications system with input from the CJTF to
ensure data and information get to the right place on time and in a form that is quickly usable
by its intended recipients.
Information Quality Criteria
Accuracy
Relevance
Timeliness
Information that conveys the true situation.
Information that applies to the mission, task, or situation ahead.
Information that is available in time to make decisions.
Usability
Information that is in common, easily understood format and displays.
Completeness
All necessary information required by the decision maker.
Brevity
Information that has only the level of detail required.
Security
Information that has been afforded adequate protection where required.
Figure X-1. Information Quality Criteria
g. The JTF establishing authority ensures communications system requirements are
supported, coordinates these activities, prepares policy and guidance, and ensures JTF
systems compatibility.
h. Communications systems must be interoperable, flexible, responsive, agile,
disciplined, survivable, and sustainable.
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