Feb and April 2017 Updates to Defense Readiness Reporting System-Marine Corps

1.  This MARADMIN summarizes updates to Defense Readiness Reporting System-Marine Corps (DRRS-MC) made on 09 Feb 2017 and 27 April 2017.
2.  The following changes occurred on 9 Feb 2017:
2.a.  Critical military occupational specialty (MOS) by unit type.
2.b.  Prior to the February update, units subjectively identified the three to nine critical MOSs, which had the largest impact on readiness.
2.c.  This update standardized and automatically populated critical MOS lists by unit type for both core and assigned missions.
2.d.  Action by reporting units: for core missions, units will report manning using the provided critical MOS list.  For assigned missions, units will use the provided critical MOS list and also identify additional MOSs deemed critical to accomplishing the assigned mission.  Significant shortfalls in critical MOSs will be addressed in personnel comments.
3.  Subordinate unit page.
3.a.  This update expanded readiness reporting to units below the battalion/squadron level.  This update is part of a larger phased effort to enhance subordinate unit readiness reporting in DRRS-MC.
3.b.  The subordinate unit page now allows regular reporting units (e.g. artillery battalion) to succinctly report readiness of subordinate units (e.g. artillery firing battery).  This update is only applicable to regular reporting units that possess subordinate units with unit identification codes in DRRS-MC.
3.c.  Action by reporting units:  applicable units will report on subordinates manning, equipment, training, deployment, and provide amplifying comments.
4.  Revised personnel and equipment pages.
4.a.  This update changed the calculations for "S" and "R" levels to increase the accuracy of readiness reporting.  The changes were designed to be intuitive, with roll over definitions provided in the system for further clarity.
4.b.  Previously, the S level could not exceed 100% for an individual TAMCN or for the overall S level.  The new formula allows the S level to exceed 100% for specific TAMCNs only, providing a more accurate reflection of equipment possessed.  The overall S level still cannot exceed 100%.
4.c.  Previously, the R level was calculated by taking the "total possessed," minus "excess," and "deadline," equipment divided by "structure."  The updated formula changes the computation to "total possessed," minus "deadline," divided by "total possessed."  This provides a more accurate readiness picture and highlights the potential burden of excess equipment.
4.d.  On the personnel page some of the headings were changed and regrouped and the "commander's call" column was removed.  The "mission ready" field heading was changed to "mission capable."
4.e.  Action by reporting units: enter data in appropriate fields.  The S and R levels are computed automatically.
5.  The following changes occurred on 27 Apr 2017.
5.a.  Revised commander's top concerns.
5.b.  Previously, commanders reported their top two concerns in DRRS-MC for both core and assigned missions.  The system lacked an accurate means to identify additional concerns.  MARFOR and installation readiness reports were not provided with the ability to list commander's concerns.
5.c.  This update moves commander's concerns to its own page within DRRS-MC, and allows the commander to list an unlimited number of concerns.  MARFOR and installation reports are now able to enter commander's concerns.  This update standardizes commander's concerns by assigning a common language describing the severity of a concern ranging from critical, major, significant, and minor shortfalls that impact a unit's readiness.  The update provides a more effective means of capturing and accurately describing a commander's concerns, while providing a tracking mechanism for appropriate actions taken by higher headquarters.
5.d.  Action by reporting units:  Commanders will be able to update their concerns with a standardized list of definitions and an enhanced ability to track the progress of their concerns.
6.  Unit dashboard.
6.a.  The unit dashboard provides users with a concise snapshot of unit readiness information in one centralized location.
6.b.  The unit dashboard will provide enhanced situational awareness of a unit's readiness status, without having to click through various report tabs.
6.c.  Action by reporting units:  applicable readiness data will be auto-populated to the unit dashboard from the readiness tabs.  Users will be able to create graphs from the last 24 months for P, S, R, and T levels and view trends in CBRN and mission assessments.  Additionally, commander's top concerns will auto-populate to the unit dashboard.  All information contained on the dashboard will be exportable to allow printing.
7.  Way ahead.  Ongoing changes to DRRS-MC are part of a larger, enduring effort to improve the reliability and utility of USMC readiness data.  Policy changes are being incorporated in the draft update of ref b, which was distributed for general officer level staffing.  PPO POR, MARFOR, and MEF readiness sections are prepared and capable of providing additional support.  Units and commanders are encouraged to provide additional recommendations to strengthen service policy and improve the accuracy and reliability of readiness reporting.
8.  Release authorized by Lieutenant General Ronald L. Bailey, Deputy Commandant, Plans, Policies and Operations.