Press Release
☷The 8 Principles of Sustainment
U.S. Army ( By Press Release office)
Jan 30,2024
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The Army ' s eight principles of sustainment are super important guidelines that help the Army keep things running smoothly during military operations . These principles are crucial for making sure the Army can adapt and keep its forces going in all kinds of environments . They help the Army make plans and make sure everything runs smoothly . But it ' s up to the sustainment NCOs to keep building a strong and flexible system that can handle the challenges of modern warfare . Senior sustainment NCOs who proactively anticipate the needs of the force allow the Army to have resources ready and respond quickly to changing conditions , making everything run more smoothly . Each sustainment leader must be able to react quickly to changes or unexpected events . As we continue to prepare combat - ready formations , sustainers need to keep up with modernization efforts to stay ahead of our enemies . By being responsive and improving combat formations , sustainers ensure that the Army can adapt to different situations and provide timely support . By keeping things simple , leaders stress the importance of avoiding unnecessary complications in sustainable processes . Simplicity allows senior sustainment NCOs to make logistics and support operations more efficient , reducing the chances of mistakes and making everything work better . As the economy develops and the Army distributes supplies , sustainers need to understand how to use resources efficiently to achieve our goals . Maximizing resource efficiency ensures that the Army can sustain its forces without wasting anything . The efficiency of sustainment operations and streamlined processes by sustainment NCOs directly affects how successful we are in combat and how well we adapt to change . As sustainers grow and new technology is used , sustainers continue to shape the fight by making sure our soldiers can take advantage of the Army ' s modernization efforts . Being flexible allows sustainers to adjust their efforts to different conditions or challenges . A flexible sustainment NCO and system help the Army quickly adjust its support , making it easier to adapt to different needs . Once flexibility is achieved , leaders need to make sure that sustainment goals are realistic and achievable . By setting attainable objectives , sustainment efforts can be aligned with available resources and prevent overly ambitious planning . Sustainment NCOs need to use their experience to stay flexible and agile in order to keep support operations going . To keep support operations going for a long time , sustainability is crucial . It allows the Army to sustain its forces over time without losing effectiveness . By continuously developing professionally and following these principles , sustainment Soldiers need to look for opportunities to learn and broaden their skills . In addition , soldiers should take advantage of opportunities to strengthen their profession and expand their certifications in military education and NCO development . This will help them better support sustainment operations during large - scale combat operations . It ' s important for trained and certified NCOs to coordinate and synchronize sustainment across all levels of war , ensuring that operational requirements are met . By understanding and using the eight principles of sustainment , NCOs can confidently carry out daily operations and contribute to the overall success of military missions . However , it ' s crucial for sustainment NCOs to keep building a flexible and adaptable sustainment system that can handle the challenges of modern warfare . While the principles aren ' t a checklist , they provide guidance for senior planners and leaders to incorporate the commander ' s intent for sustainment throughout the operations process .
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