Assessing the transmission of Commanders Intent

Abstract

For any military operation to succeed, it is essential that the intentions of the officer in command are accurately transmitted down through the command structure. These intentions should convey the commander's requirements for the proposed operation, and should include a statement of the purpose, and required outcome, of the activity about to be undertaken. If the intent is not transmitted accurately, the desired effect will probably not be achieved. This paper will describe a two-stage process directed at assessment of the transmission of commander's intent.