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Dialogue: The main goal during the deliver function is to attack targets in accordance the attack guidance. Once the attack means is determined, the staff must decide the specific attack unit, the type of munition to use (MFOM or AFOM), the time to attack and any coordinating instructions.
The main staff concern in the deliver function deals with launcher control methods for proactive and reactive attacks of targets. Proactive attacks supporting a specific plan or schedule of fires requires advance positioning of launchers. Although reactive engagements (fires in response to enemy actions) cannot be scheduled, the attack guidance can be specified in the AGM and/or commander’s criteria. Such guidance may include the following (not intended to be a complete set of criteria):
- Weapon or combinations of weapons to attack specific targets.
- The number of rounds.
- The unit(s) to conduct the attack.
- The time of the attack (include in a schedule, or engage when acquired).
- The required location accuracy.
- Time since acquisition or confirmation.
- Target posture.
