Consequently, the logistic support system and structures also needed to be adapted to that process. In order to assume the enhanced logistic authorities and responsibilities of NATO Commanders and to enable NATO headquarters at the different levels of command to properly coordinate the logistic support within their area of responsibility, the MNC's are developing the MJLC concept. It provides for the tools in terms of structures and procedures which the NATO Commander needs to exercise his logistic authorities and responsibilities in an effective and well coordinated fashion. The guiding principle for the formation of a CJTF HQ and an MJLC is flexibility. Flexibility increases the organization's ability to respond to changing needs and reduces response time.
Flexibility is improved by modularity, and trained and ready staffs.
A modular approach to structuring the MJLC is essential, especially for non-Article 5 operations. This includes organizational templates and modular building blocks of MJLC functions which may be quickly added, shifted, or deleted as the requirements of an operation change. No substitute exists for trained and ready staffs. These must be available upon activation of an MJLC if the centre is to be initially effective. Therefore, parent HQs will be identified to accommodate the MJLC nucleus staff.