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Transition to a Focus on Stability Tasks
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“A transition to stability-centric operations occurs for several reasons.
A transition may occur from an operation dominated by combined
arms maneuver to one dominated by wide area security. Transitions
also occur with the delivery of essential services or retention of
infrastructure needed for reconstruction. An unexpected change in
conditions may require commanders to direct an abrupt transition
between phases. In such cases, the overall composition of the force
remains unchanged despite sudden changes in mission, task
organization, and rules of engagement. Typically, task organization
evolves to meet changing conditions; however, transition planning
must account for changes in mission, also. Commanders continuously
assess the situation and task-organize and cycle their forces to retain
the initiative. Commanders strive to achieve changes in emphasis
without incurring an operational pause.”
FM 3-96 2015 Brigade Combat Team