text: Chapter 12
  Logistics
  Operational logistics links strategic-level logistics resources with the
  tactical level of logistics, thus creating the conditions for effective
  sustainment of a combat force. It covers the support activities required to
  sustain campaigns and major operations. A dependable logistics system
  helps commanders seize and maintain the initiative. Operational
  maneuver and the exploitation of operational or tactical success often
  hinge on the adequacy of logistics and the ability of the force to safeguard
  its critical lines of communication (LOCs), materiel, and infrastructure.
  Operational logistics normally supports campaigns and provides theater-
  wide logistics support, generally over a period of months. Operational
  logisticians coordinate the allocation and distribution of resources within
  the area of responsibility (AOR). They interface with tactical-level
  logisticians in order to determine shortfalls and communicate these
  shortfalls back to the strategic logistics complex to support operational
  priorities. Operational logisticians coordinate the flow of strategic
  capabilities within the theater based on the commander’s priorities.
  STRATEGIC CONTEXT
  12-1. The State strategic logistics complex is the foundation for the logistics
  system. Fundamental to the logistics concept are the twin notions of total war
  and all means necessary. As a consequence, the State fully integrates civilian
  and military components of both its materiel and service industries. Thus,
  the State strategic logistics complex includes the national industrial base
  with its supply points, distribution centers, arsenals, plants, manufacturing
  facilities, medical support, and personnel support centers. The national
  industrial base is capable of building everything from small arms to nuclear-
  capable missiles. However, while the State has the ability to design, produce,
  and field weapon systems, there are some serious qualitative shortcomings in
  production and integration.
  12-2. The State logistics system is designed to provide continuous support to
  the civilian populace while simultaneously supporting military forces from
  the strategic level to the individual fighting unit. The State’s national
  security strategy requires that the OPFOR and the entire population be
  constantly prepared for the sudden outbreak of war or natural disasters. The
  State continues to make major improvements in all aspects of its logistics
  system. This includes an increased emphasis on support zone security and
  plans for stockpiling war materiel throughout the country.
  12-3. For the OPFOR, all strategic logistics support is coordinated at the
  national level through the Chief of Logistics in the Ministry of Defense