What is a FRAGORD?

• A. A Fragmentary Order that modifies an existing OPORD
• B. A Warning Order to begin planning
• C. An Order to execute only reconnaissance missions
• D. A Final rendering of the OPORD after execution

Answer: (A)

FRAGORD is a Fragmentary Order used to modify an existing OPORD. It allows quick updates to specific tasks, priorities, or instructions without rewriting the whole plan, typically in response to new information or changing conditions during execution. A warning order is issued to begin planning, not to modify an already issued plan; a FRAGORD updates the current operation rather than starting anew, and it isn’t the final rendition of the plan after execution—it's an in-progress update. For example, if a key asset becomes unavailable or weather changes, a FRAGORD would adjust the affected tasks and timelines while keeping the rest of the OPORD intact.