Concept of Operations (CONOPS)

(1) A statement, in broad outline, of a commanders outline or intent in regard to an operation or series of operations. The concept is designed to give an overall picture of the operation. (MDA Lexicon) (2) A verbal or graphic statement, in broad outline, of a commanders assumptions or intent in regard to an operation or series of operations. The concept of operations frequently is embodied in campaign plans and operation plans; in the later case, particularly when the plans cover a series of connected operations to be carried out simultaneously or in succession. The concept is designed to give an overall picture of the operation. It is included primarily for additional clarity of purpose.