JOINT PUBLICATION 6-0, JOINT COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (10-JUN-2015)

JOINT PUBLICATION 6-0, JOINT COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM (10-JUN-2015)., This publication is the keystone document for communications system support to joint operations, providing guidelines to commanders regarding information systems and networks. An array of information, underpinned by joint doctrine, is utilized to employ combat power across the range of military operations. The communications system provides the means to synchronize joint forces. Reliable, secure, and synchronized information sharing among joint forces, multinational forces, and with non-Department of Defense agencies is essential for effective command and control in today’s network-enabled environment. Information systems and networks provide the means to send, receive, share, and utilize information. The synthesis of advanced communications system capabilities and sound doctrine leads to information superiority, which is essential to success in all military operations.