Command and Support Relationships
Command relationships define who has the authority to issue tasks to an element. Support relationships define which element receives priority from a supporting capability without necessarily transferring command.
When attaching an element or assigning support, clarify:
- Who issues tasks
- Who sets priorities
- Who receives reports
- Who provides sustainment
- Which communications network is used
- When the relationship begins
- When the relationship ends
- How the element returns to its parent formation
This is particularly important for vehicles, reconnaissance, engineers, EOD, logistics, medical support, fires, aviation and unmanned systems.
