In the Five Paragraph Order, BAMCIS, what is the second step?

In the Five Paragraph Order, BAMCIS, what is the second step?

• A. Begin planning
• B. Arrange for reconnaissance and coordination
• C. Make reconnaissance
• D. Complete plan

Answer: (B)

The second step is arranging for reconnaissance and coordination. After you begin planning, you set up how you’ll gather essential information and align with others before taking action. This means deciding who will conduct the reconnaissance, what assets are needed (maps, comms, transport, weather gear), and what information you must confirm (routes, obstacles, enemy positions, terrain features). It also involves coordinating with adjacent units and higher headquarters to synchronize timing, movements, and support so everyone works toward a common plan. Planning this reconnaissance and tying in coordination ensures the actual recon is focused, safe, and productive, and it provides a solid foundation for updating the plan before you finalize and issue the order.

The second step is arranging for reconnaissance and coordination. After you begin planning, you set up how you’ll gather essential information and align with others before taking action. This means deciding who will conduct the reconnaissance, what assets are needed (maps, comms, transport, weather gear), and what information you must confirm (routes, obstacles, enemy positions, terrain features). It also involves coordinating with adjacent units and higher headquarters to synchronize timing, movements, and support so everyone works toward a common plan. Planning this reconnaissance and tying in coordination ensures the actual recon is focused, safe, and productive, and it provides a solid foundation for updating the plan before you finalize and issue the order.