What are the two phases of the Total Army Analysis (TAA) Process and the type of analysis conducted in each phase?

• A. Phase 1, Capability Demand Analysis is quantitative; Phase 2, Resourcing and Approval is qualitative
• B. Phase 1, Capability Demand Analysis is qualitative; Phase 2, Resourcing and Approval is quantitative
• C. Phase 1, Resource Allocation is quantitative; Phase 2, Budget Review is qualitative
• D. Phase 1, Demand Forecasting is qualitative; Phase 2, Budget Validation is quantitative

Answer: (A)

Total Army Analysis proceeds in two phases: first, you quantify what capabilities are required to meet missions, and that is done with numerical data, metrics, and models to establish the size of gaps and the specific demands on manpower, equipment, and readiness. In the second phase, those quantified demands are translated into resource solutions through qualitative assessment—evaluating options, weighing trade-offs, considering feasibility and risk, and obtaining the necessary approvals to finalize the force structure and budget. This delivers a data-driven demand signal upfront, followed by judgment-based resourcing decisions to close the gaps.