ADP 6-0 — Command And Control
ADP 6-0 governs command and control fundamentals, the command and control warfighting function, and the mission command approach.
- Publication number: ADP 6-0
- Title: COMMAND AND CONTROL
- Date: 07/07/2026
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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It covers the nature of war, Army operations, command, control, mission command, and command and control systems. It describes how commanders and subordinates use authority, direction, initiative, shared understanding, and decentralized execution to accomplish missions.
Applies to: It applies to Army forces during the conduct of operations and to Army forces performing duties at a home station.
Topics covered
- Mission command
- Commanders’ roles in operations
- Command and control tasks
- Command and control systems
- Levels of control
- Degraded command and control environments
Questions and answers
What does mission command require?
Mission command requires competent leaders and an environment of mutual trust and shared understanding among commanders, staffs, and subordinates. (paragraph 1-49)
What are mission orders supposed to focus on?
Commanders issue mission orders that focus on the purpose of an operation and essential coordination measures rather than the details of how to perform assigned tasks, giving subordinates the latitude to accomplish those tasks in a manner that best fits the situation. (paragraph 1-49)
When may commanders change a task-organization during operations?
Once a force is task-organized and committed, commanders do not change the task-organization during operations unless the benefits clearly outweigh the disadvantages. (paragraph 4-91)
What must commanders do in degraded environments?
Commanders ensure their personnel are trained on analog and manual C2 processes and are comfortable operating in degraded environments. (paragraph 4-93)
What are the three basic functions of the C2 system?
The C2 system performs three basic functions, as shown in Figure 4-3. (paragraph 4-14)