During the TPFDD movement timing requirements planning, what does the installation deployment officer (IDO) analyze first?

The installation deployment officer (IDO) begins the analysis with available load dates (ALD) and required delivery dates (RDD) because these elements are critical for coordinating the timing of deployments. The ALD specifies when a unit can be loaded onto transportation assets, while the RDD indicates when the cargo needs to arrive at its destination. Understanding these two dates allows the IDO to create an effective timeline for the entire deployment process, ensuring that resources are allocated and scheduled appropriately. The relationship between these dates directly influences the overall planning and execution of the movement, helping to synchronize all logistical efforts involved in the operation.

In this context, evaluating unit resources and inventories, strategic airlift capabilities, and mobility bag requirements are all important aspects of logistics planning, but they follow the initial assessment of the load and delivery times. The coordination of ALDs and RDDs sets the foundation upon which all other logistical elements are built, making it the first priority for the IDO in the planning phase.