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Chapter VIIb. Targeting. Targeting is the process ofselecting targets and matching the appropriateresponse to them, taking account ofoperational requirements and capabilities.Refer to JP 3-0, Doctrine for Joint Operations,JP 3-09, Doctrine for Joint Fire Support, andJP 3-60, Joint Doctrine for Targeting.• Joint Targeting Cycle Phases.Targeting is a cyclic process involvingsix phases, beginning with guidance andpriorities issued by the designatedcommander, proceeding throughexecution, and ending with a combatassessment (see Figure VII-1).•• Phase I — Commander’s Objectives,Guidance, and Intent. Phase I describeshow the commander visualizes theoperation, or phase of an operation,unfolding based on the selected COA.The commander provides target planningand execution guidance based on theJOINT TARGETING CYCLE PHASESCommander’sObjectives,Guidance, and IntentCombatAssessmentJOINT TARGETINGCYCLEPHASESTarget Development,Validation,Nomination, andPrioritizationMission Planning andForce ExecutionCapabilitiesAnalysisCommander’sDecision and ForceAssignmentFigure VII-1. Joint Targeting Cycle PhasesVII-6JP 3-02