The JSPS assesses the risks and threats faced by the nation and develops the strategic foundation for planning and programming. The PPBS produces and maintains the military forces need to achieve the nation's goals. The greatest benefit of bringing these two systems together is together, they reconcile CINC force limitations to the rapidly changing global environment. The phase which includes selecting and time phasing forces, identifying and resolving shortfalls and completing a feasible plan is Initiation. Supporting Plans Development.
Deliberate plans establish a framework for rapid transition to crisis response.
Interior lines of operation require a stronger force, and operations along exterior lines benefit a weaker force. Interior lines of operation benefit a weaker force, and operations along exterior lines require a stronger force. Operations employing a direct approach favor a stronger force, and an indirect approach benefits a weaker force. Operations employing a direct approach favor a weaker force, and an indirect approach benefits a stronger force. Select the statement that best summarizes the importance of understanding the enemy as a system.