A concept of operations (abbreviated CONOPS, CONOPs, [1] or ConOps[2]) is a document describing the characteristics of a proposed system from the viewpoint of an individual who will use that system.

According to the JCIDS Manual, a CONOPS describes how a joint force commander may organize and employ forces over the near term (now through seven years) to address a current or emerging …

Jan 2, 2023 · A Concept of Operations (CONOPS) is a document that describes a proposed system concept and how that concept would be operated in an intended environment. The user community …

The ConOps should be an approachable document that is relevant and understandable to all project’s stakeholders. It should be relevant to system operators, system maintainers, system developers, …

Mar 7, 2024 · A military CONOPS provides a comprehensive overview of the operational approach, detailing the roles and responsibilities of different units, the sequence of actions, and the desired end …

Aug 29, 2025 · A Concept of Operations (CONOPS) document provides the foundation for understanding, communicating, and aligning on how a system or operation is intended to function.

Jul 26, 2023 · This Concept of Operations (ConOps) annotated outline describes the type and sequence of information that should be contained in a ConOps, although the exact content and sequence will …

Mission: Leads the development of threat-based future Joint concepts and Joint Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) based on a comprehensive understanding of the future operating environment, in order …

Feb 9, 2025 · In the complex world of systems engineering and project management, having a clear vision of how a system or project will operate is crucial. This is where the Concept of Operations, …

A ConOps is a high-level view of the system from the user’s perspective that describes key concepts, capabilities, context, and characteristics for the operation of the system. Its purpose is to …