Who leads the Target Value Analysis process?

• A. The fires cell
• B. The intelligence cell
• C. The operations cell
• D. The logistics cell

Answer: (A)

Target Value Analysis is a process that ties target value directly to the effects fires can achieve. Because it centers on evaluating how hitting or influencing a target changes the enemy’s capabilities and mission outcome, the lead role naturally falls to the fires cell. This team has the expertise to translate target value into fire planning decisions, sequencing, and munitions allocation, ensuring that the most impactful targets are addressed first.

Inputs come from other cells: intelligence provides target data and threat context, operations shapes timing and maneuver considerations, and logistics ensures ammunition and resources are available. But the fires cell coordinates and leads the TVA, bringing together this information to produce a prioritized target list and a coherent fire plan.