Interface and coordination with allied units. The Supported Units a. The maneuver units and their CS are the major focus of logistics support operations. In the combat battalion TF area, there are CS units performing many functions-FA, engineers, military intelligence units, and signal teams. Also, there may be more maneuver and CS formations in the division rear area.
All organizations require food, clothing, water, and the other essentials for human sustainment.
Most require ammunition and fuel, as well as maintenance support. All require medical and personnel service support. When fighting as part of a joint force or as part of a combined force, Army organizations will frequently support other services or allied forces. This support may range from petroleum distribution to emergency distribution of ammunition to allied artillery units. If lateral and rear boundaries have not been defined, the support area is located as defined by the commander in coordination with higher and adjacent commands.