ATP 3-57.30 — Civil Network Development And Engagement (this Item Is Published W/ Basic Incl C1)
ATP 3-57.30 governs civil network development and engagement for integrating civil networks into Army operations.
- Publication number: ATP 3-57.30
- Title: CIVIL NETWORK DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT (THIS ITEM IS PUBLISHED W/ BASIC INCL C1)
- Date: 02/06/2023
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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ATP 3-57.30 explains civil network engagement plans, civil network analysis, network development and evaluation, and integration with operations. It addresses the collection, analysis, evaluation, and integration of civil knowledge and the use of civil network capabilities, resources, and capacities to support commanders’ missions and end states.
Applies to: ATP 3-57.30 applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard or Army National Guard of the United States, and the United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
Topics covered
- Civil network development and engagement
- Civil network engagement plans
- Civil network analytical methodologies
- Civil network evaluation
- Civil network integration
- Civil knowledge integration
- Civil considerations analysis
Questions and answers
How is civil knowledge used in Army operations?
Civil knowledge is integrated into the Army planning processes and informs the warfighting functions. (paragraph 1-21)
How are civil networks categorized?
The civil networks are categorized by the capabilities, resources, and capacities that CA forces leverage to enable the mission of the commander. (paragraph 4-58)
What skills must CNDE analysts have?
CNDE analysts must be critical thinkers and problem solvers who are familiar with different problem-solving methods to uncover the unknown unknowns. (paragraph 3-65)
How often must civil networks be monitored?
Constant monitoring of these civil networks is critical to assess changes in motivation and loyalties. (paragraph 1-18)
What is required before neutralizing a threat network?
The decision to neutralize a threat network should be the result of the targeting process and should be thoroughly staffed to ensure the commander concurs with the effect, as reestablishing a neutralized civil network may be more difficult than developing a new one in the event that its capability becomes required. (paragraph 4-24)