Appendix A
A-6
FMI 6-02.45
5 July 2007
A-20.
Following initial deployments, the commander’s focus changes to building rapidly his Warfighting
capabilities and combat power (see Figure A-4). The proper sequencing of forces contributes significantly
to the stabilization of the situation and allows for rapid buildup of capabilities. This enables the JFC to
conduct decisive operations as early as possible. Further deployment will likely continue throughout the
entry phase, until the conclusion of the operation. It is essential to retain the initiative throughout this
phase. Additionally, the commander will begin shaping the operational environment by employing
precision systems, air power, SOF, and other combat power to unbalance threat forces and the regime’s
center of gravity.
Figure A-4. Shaping RSOI and force projection to build combat power in the JOA
A-21.
Signal elements continue TPFDD and installing and expanding theater networks in ports, airfields,
and TAA. ESB elements provide cable and wire, SATCOM, TROPO systems, multichannel LOS systems,
and additional voice and data switching to augment contingency packages. In some cases, the contingency
package will be left in place or missions shifted to provide support to the ASCC/JTF once on the ground.
Signal elements provide tactical network nodes and theater gateways to support tactical connection to GIG
services (see Figure A-5):
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ESBs OPCON to 41st MEB for joint C2 network requirements for the SPOD and sustainment
area security mission.
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The ESB supports the SPOD, APOD, and TAA.
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Contingency package OPCON to support JTF forward, BCT liaison teams, and JSOTF support
area.
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The TTSB deploys to provide C2 to ESB units. Signal command deploys early en route to
provide tactical teleport and J-6 staff augmentation (as required) and to control technical
functions of theater LWN.
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The signal command deploys elements necessary to maintain NETOPS capability and
continuous NETOPS situational awareness, and C2 of assigned or OPCON signal elements. The
deployed signal command will monitor and track network outages, serious incident reports,
recurring reports, requests from higher HQ, and all deployment statuses. As needed, the signal