MCTP 3-30B — Information Knowledge Management

MCTP 3-30B governs information and knowledge management planning, information exchange, command battle rhythms, and supporting systems.

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  • Publication number: MCTP 3-30B
  • Title: INFORMATION KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 1 Jul 2026
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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MCTP 3-30B covers information requirements, operational information architecture, IKM annexes, collaborative services, training, and preparation for operations. It requires staff sections to identify, validate, prioritize, and support information requirements with appropriate systems, applications, processes, and qualified personnel.

Applies to: This order provides planning guidance and direction to all staff sections with regard to execution of the IKMP.

Topics covered

  • Information exchange requirements
  • Command battle rhythm
  • Operational information architecture
  • IKM annexes
  • Collaborative services environment
  • C2 systems
  • IKM training

Questions and answers

What is the purpose of the information and knowledge management plan?

Per the references, the unit will develop and execute an IKMP that captures how the command manages and controls information. (paragraph 1)

What must staff sections do to determine their mission-essential tasks?

Staff sections shall ensure that they follow the steps detailed herein to determine their mission-essential tasks (METs) in support of Marine Corps tasks. (paragraph 4)

How are information requirements prioritized?

Once all information requirements have been identified, staff sections validate and prioritize current processes in descending order as critical, essential or enhancing as it relates to a MET’s accomplishment. (paragraph 4)

What must be identified for each information requirement?

To facilitate the collation, coordination, dissemination, and retrieval of information requirement inputs and outputs, identify the system(s), application(s) and collaborative service(s) used for each information requirement. (paragraph 4)

What training is required for systems and applications?

Based on action (4), proper use of systems and applications across functional staffs must include a sufficient number of qualified operators. (paragraph 4)

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