MCO 4470.1B
6 Jan 2020 | SSIC 04000 Logistics
Current

This Order defines the roles, responsibilities, and relationships of Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF) Deployment and Distribution Policy (MDDP) elements to establish an integrated method of managing transportation and inventory resources, as well as managing the control-related activities that increase accountability of personnel, materiel, and equipment in accordance with references (a) through (z). References (a) and (b) define distribution as the operational process of synchronizing all elements of the logistic system to deliver "the right things to the right place at the right time" to support Combatant Commanders’ (CCDR) campaign plans. Per reference (c), distribution-related activities include force deployment, Marine Forces and MAGTF sustainment, maneuverability, mobility, and retrograde in support of CCDR operations plans, conceptual plans, and other operations and exercises. In accordance with reference (d), deployment and distribution capabilities support the movement of forces and unit equipment during the movement phase of deployment and redeployment, and materiel movement during the logistical sustainment phase of operations. The MDDP standardizes deployment and distribution processes to enhance management of distribution capacity, control, and visibility of personnel, supplies, and equipment from the sea, across the seaward and land areas of the battle space, and through the air in garrison. The MDDP integrates with and supports joint distribution processes and organizations, per reference (e) and the guidance contained within will be continually refined to establish methods that ensure the logistics chain adapts and responds to best support the warfighter.