Throughout the competition continuum, commanders are challenged with preparing the force to operate in a battlespace shared by allies, partners, adversaries and a multitude of military and civilian actors and organizations. The Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) conducts civil-military operations (CMO) to coordinate and deconflict civil and military activities; minimize civil-military friction, reduce threats from the civil component, and maximize civilian support for operations to give the commander the information advantage. The purpose of planning is to support the commander's decision making. Marine Corps Doctrinal Publication (MCDP) 5, Planning, describes planning as an essential part of the broader field of command and control, which enhances the commander's ability to make sound and timely decisions.
DesignationMCRP 3-03A.2
EditionJun 2024
StatusActive
Pages116
FunctionSmall Unit Tactics
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
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