Who determines resupply methods?

Who determines resupply methods?

• A. Supply officers determine the composition and frequency only.
• B. Commanders determine the composition, frequency, and method of resupply.
• C. Logistics specialists determine the method only.
• D. Contractors determine the composition and frequency.

Answer: (B)

Resupply planning centers on the commander's intent. The commander determines what is needed (composition), how often it’s required (frequency), and how it will be delivered (method) to best satisfy mission Objectives and tempo. Supply officers and logisticians provide analysis, options, and execution within available assets, but they do not unilaterally set all three aspects. Contractors support the execution under approved plans, not the overall resupply parameters.

Resupply planning centers on the commander's intent. The commander determines what is needed (composition), how often it’s required (frequency), and how it will be delivered (method) to best satisfy mission Objectives and tempo. Supply officers and logisticians provide analysis, options, and execution within available assets, but they do not unilaterally set all three aspects. Contractors support the execution under approved plans, not the overall resupply parameters.