Logistics Handbook.
Abstract
This handbook sets forth the principles and policies governing supply and property accounting procedures as they relate to requesting, receiving, and accounting for supplies at the battalion level. The battalion S4 is the key individual in the battalion supply system, for he is the link between the user (the individual soldier) and the source (the division support command). Supply and property accounting in its simplest form is a major logistical function. The current supply system is founded on the basic principle that each unit should have the supplies/equipment necessary to accomplish its mission. The type and quantity of supplies authorized (What You Are Authorized) are stated in tables of organization and equipment, tables of allowance, supply manuals, Army regulations, and by special authorizations. The supplies listed in the organization property book(s) as being on hand (What You Actually Have) may differ from what you are authorized. The difference between what you are authorized and what you do not actually have constitutes a shortage(s) (What You Are Short). To obtain what you are short or what you need (How to Get What You Need), you must anticipate requirements and request the supplies; requests must include the authorization or basis for the supplies. Allied to the requirement to determine what you are authorized, what you actually have on hand, what you are short, and the action to obtain what you need, is the requirement to maintain, store, secure, and conserve the supplies and property you have on hand (How to Keep What You Have).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1969
- Accession Number
- ADA074194