Command, Control and Communication

Often abbreviated as C3, Command, Control and Communication is a military term combining: If an Intelligence function (collection as well as analysis and distribution of information) is added the term becomes Command, Control, Communications and Intelligence – C3I
 * Command: The exercise of authority based upon certain knowledge to attain an objective.
 * Control: The process of verifying and correcting activity such that the objective or goal of command is accomplished.
 * Communication: Ability to exercise the necessary liaison to exercise effective command between tactical or strategic units to command.