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30 March 2022 ATP 3-09.24 2-1 Chapter 2 Command and Control This chapter describes FAB C2. The chapter begins with an overview of FAB command post operations. The chapter describes FAB command post cells and elements and concludes with the FAB’s role within the FSE. COMMAND POSTS 2-1. FM 6-0 defines main command post (CP), tactical CP, and early entry CP as: The main command post is a facility containing the majority of the staff designed to control current operations, conduct detailed analysis, and plan future operations. (FM 6-0). The tactical command post is a facility containing a tailored portion of a unit headquarters designed to control portions of an operation for a limited time (FM 6-0). The early-entry command post is a lead element of a headquarters designed to control operations until the remaining portions of the headquarters are deployed and operational (FM 6-0). ORGANIZATION 2-2. A command post is a unit headquarters HQ where the commander and staff perform their activities (FM 6-0). FAB CPs are organized and manned to provide support to the commander in accomplishing the mission. The FAB main CP is designed and equipped to perform long-range planning, analysis, sustainment, coordination, and other supporting functions in addition to the immediate control of current operations. 2-3. Specific FAB CP configurations to support 24-hour operations should be established by unit standard operating procedures, mission variables, commander's intent, and higher HQ directives. The CP facilities, personnel, and equipment authorized by the table of organization and equipment will be configured to support the commander's guidance. MAIN COMMAND POST 2-4. The FAB main CP is the FAB's primary command facility. It primarily conducts future planning, analysis for current and future operations, sustainment coordination, and other staff functions. The staff at the main CP operates under the general supervision of the XO or S-3. The main CP serves as the primary planning and coordination CP for the FAB. The main CP plans, directs and monitors all FAB operations, coordinates with higher and adjacent units, and provides in-depth analysis of information and intelligence together with attendant recommendations to the FAB commander. The main CP assists the commander in controlling cannon, rocket, and missile delivery systems and other FS assets such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and target acquisition. CP functions are designed to monitor and track events, assist, and support commanders in mission planning, preparation, and successful management of operations across the range of military operations. Critical functions include: Maintain contact and coordinate with higher, adjacent, and subordinate units. Adjust current OPLANs and OPORDs for future operations. Receive, analyze, and disseminate tactical information (vertically and horizontally). Maintain situational awareness. Request and synchronize maneuver enhancement and sustainment. Coordinate resources and make recommendations to the commander. Coordinate FS. Conduct assessment.