§ 399.5 - Relationships.

(a) In performing assigned functions, the Director, DMA, shall:

(1) Subject to the direction, authority, and control of the ASD(C3I), be responsible to the CJCS for operational matters as well as requirements associated with the joint planning process. For these purposes, the CJCS is authorized to communicate directly with the Director, DMA, and may task the Director, DMA, to the extent authorized by the ASD(C3I).

(2) Maintain appropriate liaison with other DoD Components and other Agencies of the Executive branch for the exchange of information on programs and activities in the field of assigned responsibilities.

(3) Make use of established facilities and services in the Department of Defense or other governmental agencies, whenever practicable, to achieve maximum efficiency and economy.

(4) Ensure that the Secretary of Defense, the Secretaries of the Military Departments, the CJCS, and the heads of other DoD Components are kept fully informed concerning DMA activities with which they have substantive concern.

(b) The Secretaries of the Military Departments, Commanders of Unified and Specified Commands, and Heads of Other DoD Components shall:

(1) Use DMA standard products unless an exception is authorized by the ASD(C3I).

(2) Develop and submit to the DMA their MC&G requirements and priorities in accordance with the National Military Strategy Document.

(3) Provide support, within their respective fields of responsibilities, to the Director, DMA, as required, to carry out the responsibilities and functions assigned to the DMA.

(4) Assess the responsiveness of the DMA to their operational, developmental, and training needs.

(5) Obtain DMA technical assistance for systems that require MC&G products and services.

(6) Submit all requirements and provide funding to the DMA for LANDSAT and SPOT remote sensing data.

(7) Submit all requirements and provide funding to the DMA for unique MC&G products.

(8) Coordinate with the Director, DMA, on all programs and activities that include or are related to MC&G.

(c) The Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff (CJCS), shall:

(1) Review DMA planning and programming documents, and assess their responsiveness to operational, developmental, and training requirements.

(2) Periodically (not less than every 2 years), submit to the Secretary of Defense a report on DMA's responsiveness and readiness to support operating forces in the event of war or threat to national security, and other recommendations as appropriate.

(3) Advise the Secretary of Defense on MC&G requirements and priorities.

(4) Develop and issue jointly with the ASD(C3I) guidance to the DMA and the Unified and Specified Commands that will serve as the basis for interrelationships between these organizations.

(5) Provide for the participation of the DMA in joint training exercises and monitor performance.