What can you tell me about the Commander's Initiatives Group?

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 18 May 2016 09:41:49 -0400

Has any RP worked within and/or with a CIG and care to share some details of what the CIG does? I'm aware that most (if not all) CG's have a CIG, but I'm not aware of their function or what they actually do. Thanks.

I tagged you two gentlemen, because I value your input and you're two of the smartest individuals in the RP room (and potentially can answer my question!)

Response by LTC Yinon Weiss made May 18 at 2016 9:49 AM

LTC Yinon Weiss — Wed, 18 May 2016 09:49:52 -0400

From my understanding, it's a group that does research, development, and analysis for new initiatives that a commander wants to put forward or explore. The group helps with program development and policies. I don't know if it's fair to say, but I view it as the CG's personal S-3 shop, whereas the S-3 shop itself serves the entire unit and not the CG.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 17 at 2018 7:16 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 19:16:58 -0400

The Commander's Initiatives Group provides essential direct assistance to the commanding general by developing, synchronizing and distributing key elements of his vision and strategic objectives to internal and external audiences in order to successfully execute Whatever the Campaign for that unit is.