In OSMEAC, which component follows Mission?

• A. Execution
• B. Orientation
• C. Situation
• D. Command & Signal

Answer: (A)

OSMEAC is a planning and briefing framework that moves from what must be done to how it will be done. After the mission states the task and purpose, the next step is Execution, which translates that mission into concrete actions. In Execution the commander lays out how forces will move, maneuver, and fight to accomplish the mission: which units do what, in what order, where they will go, and when they will act. It includes coordinating movements, fire support, task assignments to subunits, timelines, and the integration of effects across the force. This is the stage where the plan becomes action, turning intent into observable actions on the battlefield.

For context, other parts of OSMEAC set up the why and the what and the logistics and communications needed to support action. Orientation provides the purpose and broad situation, Situation describes the enemy, terrain, and other factors, and Command & Signal covers leadership and communications structure, while Admin/Logistics covers support. Execution is specifically about how the mission will be executed in practice.