MIL-STD 6040 series includes detailed information on message text formatting. Always refer to actual joint publications for complete details. Standard message transmission information is included. Appropriate planning participants and supporting and subordinate commands as identified by the originator are action addressees. Information addressees are all other interested planning participants as determined by the originator and, in some cases, specific addressees identified in the implementing directive.
Distribution is by policy and procedure of the issuing headquarters.
This section describes the task organization and forces required to conduct the operation. Information should be given in sufficient detail so all concerned understand the size and composition of forces involved, and the command organization to be used to employ them. Give briefly the general picture, so that subordinate commanders will understand the current situation, under the following headings. Enemy Forces . Give composition, disposition, location, movements, estimated strengths, identification, and capabilities.