JP-503 (S) Joint Operation Planning Process

Thesis: As conveyed in Joint Publication 5-0, Joint Operation Planning blends three processes: Joint Operation Planning Process (JOPP), Operational Approach, and Operational Design. From a Joint Operation Planning perspective, the JOPP is “an orderly, analytical planning process, which consists of a set of logical steps to analyze a mission, develop, analyze, and compare alternative COAs [Course of Action], select the best COA, and produce a plan or order” (JP 5-0). In this seminar, students are introduced to the entire JOPP from a doctrinal perspective and how it integrates in Operational Design and the Operational Approach methodology during both deliberate and crisis action planning. The information presented during this seminar serves as foundational material to provide a framework for the remainder of the JP course as the students learn how to use the JOPP to develop a joint plan.
 * 1) SOB: Explain the purpose of the joint operation planning process (JOPP).
 * 2) SOB: Explain the relationship between Adaptive Planning and Execution (APEX) and  the JOPP.
 * 3) SOB: Understand the Joint Force Commander’s and staff’s role in the planning process.
 * 4) SOB: Comprehend the planning products that result from the planning process.
 * 5) SOB: Comprehend the doctrinal steps of the JOPP.
 * 6) SOB: Explain how staff extimates provides the commander with situational awareness and execution information.
 * 7) SOB: Comprehend how a CONOPS is derived and how it represents joint force commander intentions and how they will be accomplished using available resources.