What eliminates the need for restating information in OPORD?

• A. Update
• B. Annex
• C. OPORD
• D. Fragmentary Order (FRAGO)

Answer: (D)

A Fragmentary Order is used to alter only the parts of an existing plan that have changed, while everything else from the original OPORD stays in effect. This keeps everyone aligned without rewriting the entire order, which is crucial when the situation shifts rapidly. It communicates the specific changes—what is different, who it affects, and when the changes take effect—so units can adjust quickly without sifting through the whole plan again.

Think of it as a focused update that patches the original plan rather than a full rewrite. An update or annex adds or supplements information but doesn’t inherently replace the need to restate or reissue changes across the whole plan. The original OPORD is still valid, and the FRAGO directly modifies only the elements that have changed.