S2s that properly prepare and execute the WG can help identify where condition setting during the operation is most critical and where additional BCT (and above) resources may need to be requested (FA, FW, AAA, IC platforms ). 1/

Assessing friendly BDA based on COFMs (correlation of forces and means) can highlight points of friction within the friendly scheme of maneuver where additional staff work may be required to mitigate. 2/2