This placed increased demands on the production of improved uniforms, load-bearing equipment and gear for the soldiers. Experience shows that the basic conditions for achieving success in battle are making a well-informed decision in accordance with the specific combat situation. Military cunning was given great importance. As a rule, when sub-units went into battle, they were thoroughly prepared. Several hours or several days were set aside for this.
Special attention needs to be paid to practical training of the soldier, sergeant, and officer.
Training was frequently conducted on terrain similar to that on which they would fight. This allowed sub-units to work out several scenarios for the conduct of battle. It must be remembered, however, that the experience of Soviet forces in the Republic of Afghanistan is specific to that locality. The practical application of this experience will require creativity and will have to take into account the specific natures and types of enemy actions.