MCTP-Operations Group Alpha

Deploys worldwide to conduct decisive action and theater specific training to support the readiness and combat effectiveness of ASCC, Corps and DIVs.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

While focused on a cavalry squadron TTP, some of tonight’s topic does relate to EAB organizations. Come join the discussion.

[Dave Wright @102ndblackhawk6]

Ok gang, at 1800 (central or Sierra for you mil folks) 27 June @WeGettinItDone and I are going to host a virtual LPD on his CAV Teams/CVR. All are invited to attend.

Topic: OPS process in a CAV SQDN

Stay with me and the thread for a sec.

[SP Nagrom @ShaneMorgan_WF6]

Hooah! Published! #warfighters Please Share - disseminate - overcommunicate! Thank You @USArmy_CALL, @MCTP_OGAlpha @BravoMctp @MCTP_OGCharlie @DeltaMctp @GroupMctp @MCTP_OGSierra @MctpXray

[SP Nagrom @ShaneMorgan_WF6]

@USARMYMCTP emphasizes PSOP & ways/means to improve coordination, synchronization, unity of effort, common understanding: Higher, lower, adjacent, attachments, unified action partners, liaison etc. Here’s my(biased) older example, anyone w/others to share? We’re LSCO collectors

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@CWOB_Ancient @USArmy_CALL @ShaneMorgan_WF6 But ultimately the commander's assessment, competing demands, and other training events will influence how a headquarters approaches the problem.

I think the most interesting piece in the CATS is it recommends a 324 day training plan for a division.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

Divisions!

Fight Deep Fight (from the Main)*
Resource Close Fight (from the TAC)*
Protect Consolidation Area (from the SACP)*
*May vary based on your C2 SOP

Organize & train command post to command and control those missions

https://t.co/e6Cb0aaffU

#Warfighter @USArmy_CALL

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@CWOB_Ancient @USArmy_CALL @ShaneMorgan_WF6 During a MCT (mission command training) visit, the three CPX model is discussed. Which aligns with the CATS under the culminating training events.

https://t.co/t3gwL1wKd9

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@CWOB_Ancient @USArmy_CALL To the first, harder to answer..was looking for a CATS or old ARTEP to help...I love OLD doctrine...as often as possible...we get silo'd in garrison and struggle to break out and see the "venn diagram" that is staff life.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@CWOB_Ancient @USArmy_CALL @ArmyUPress The last piece i'll offer (for now?) we usually run different staff and ops process in garrison. Missing a chance for reps. How can you improve that? Running Estimates are a good example. Do staff sections maintain one in garrison? or do we copy & paste trackers into PPT slide

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@CWOB_Ancient @USArmy_CALL @USArmy_CALL has a lot of great products, i'll link some if they don't.
@ArmyUPress does too within their portfolio of publications as well.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

All decision making, including intuitive, requires knowledge and understanding of your stance, the enemy's stance, and what is or is NOT achievable.

The knowledge is there...manage it.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

But at the end of the day, it’s a great training opportunity for a BCT and BN commanders and their staff to work the operations process. To be more effective and efficient in planning, preparing, and executing.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

A key aspect that often gets overlooked for the TRAINING conducted during a WARFIGHTER (WFX).

Investment in the work cell/response cells. If a BCT or F/MF BDE cell is tasked down to a few random Soldiers the training will suffer.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

Deconflict at echelon, training schedules in advance to ease distraction and competing priorities.

BN or BCT CDRs will need to be a gunnery or collective training.

Ease the pain.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@GroupMctp Add in all the resupply going forward, command posts with extra loads to move, casualties and other items out flowing. Lift capacity can become an issue if not planned for.

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

Mobility & planning!

Who knows the amount of flat beds need to jump the CSH?

What’s the impact on lift capacity and competing demands?

DIV and Corps planners are you thinking about these requirements?

How do you maintain proximity, mobility, flexibility, & control in LSCO

[MCTP-Operations Group Alpha @MCTP_OGAlpha]

@realHeathSmith @102ndblackhawk6 @NCFranklin Scorpion as a CPT (20, 3A)
Warrior 3A as a baby Major
Panther 07 for two years, & then a little extra as Ramrod (to include the great TDY return adventure) before @NCFranklin replaced me & took over & improved the efficiency and effectiveness of the office.

I’m in the Scrawls