At a minimum, what must an IC Plan include after a military action?

The requirement for an Information Collection (IC) Plan after a military action is centered around the need for establishing a clear understanding of the current Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIRs). After military operations, the situation may change rapidly due to various factors such as enemy actions, operational conditions, and the overall mission objectives. As a result, ensuring that the CCIRs are up-to-date is crucial for effective decision-making and situational awareness.

CCIRs are specifically designed to help commanders prioritize and focus their information gathering efforts on what is most critical for their operational decisions. This ensures that the information collection efforts are aligned with the commander’s intent and the dynamic battlefield environment. By including current CCIRs in the IC Plan, it facilitates a structured approach to gather necessary information that directly impacts operational success and future actions.

Other options, while important in different contexts, do not directly fulfill the immediate need to monitor and assess the ongoing situation in the aftermath of military action. For instance, an enemy capabilities assessment is valuable, but it may not address the urgent operational priorities as established by prevailing CCIRs. Similarly, while logistical requirements and long-term strategies can contribute to overall planning, they do not focus specifically on the immediate information needs that arise in the