text: The Targeting Process
  2-22. The attack guidance matrix is a targeting product approved by the commander, which addresses the
  how and when targets are engaged and the desired effects (FM 3-09). The AGM is a compilation of
  engagement criteria in a format that can be easily understood. Attack guidance applies to both deliberate and
  dynamic targets and incorporates lethal and nonlethal engagement against both target types. One AGM may
  be produced for execution at any point in the operation, per targeting cycle, or by phase.
  2-23. Based on commander's guidance, the targeting working group recommends how each target should be
  engaged in terms of the desired effects and engagement options. Desired effects are translated into automation
  system default values to engage targets more effectively.
  2-24. The decision of what engagement means or system to use is made at the same time as the decision on
  when to acquire and engage the target. Coordination is required when deciding to engage with two or more
  means such as electromagnetic attack, information capabilities, or attack aviation. Joint Munitions
  Effectiveness Manual Weaponeering Software (referred to as JWS) is the digital weaponeering tool used to
  assist in attack guidance decisions.
  2-25. The commander, with recommendations from the targeting working group, must approve the attack
  guidance. Attack guidance may address specific or general target descriptions and is provided to weapons
  systems managers via the AGM. This guidance should detail the following:
  * A prioritized HPTL.
  * When, how, and desired effects of engagement.
  * Any special instructions.
  * BDA requirements.
  Attack Guidance Matrix
  2-26. The AGM is a tool usually disseminated as a matrix. The AGM includes as a minimum:
  * Phase or time period covered by the AGM.
  * Specific HPT.
  * Timing of engagement.
  * How targets are engaged.
  * Desired Effects.
  * Remarks to include restrictions.
  Note. A sample AGM is shown in appendix D.
  Information Collection Synchronization Matrix
  2-27. The information collection plan focuses the collection effort to answering PIRs and identifying HPTs.
  To support the detection of HPTs on the battlefield, the targeting cell provides indicators and specific
  information requirements (SIRs) to the collection management team for each HPT. The information
  collection matrix accounts for PIRs and other intelligence requirements. The collection management team
  accounts for targeting intelligence requirements, if developed, in a targeting addendum to the information
  collection matrix. If the collection management team does not develop a targeting addendum, the team must
  graphically account for TAIs and HPTs through other means. For example, the team could add both TAIs
  and HPTs as columns to the information collection matrix or develop a supporting crosswalk of HPTs with
  supporting SIRs, NAIs, TAIs, an NAI, and collection assets.
  Targeting Synchronization Matrix
  2-28. The TSM visually illustrates the HPTs and is designed to list specific targets with locations, in each
  category. The matrix has entries to identify if a target is covered by a NAI; the specific detect, deliver, and
  assess assets for each target; and engagement guidance. Once completed, the TSM serves as a basis for
  updating the information collection plan and issuing a fragmentary order once the targeting working group
  and targeting board concludes their sessions. In addition, the TSM facilitates the distribution of results