response for the following post. One of the key lessons from this term is the application of operational art and operational design. These concepts provide the framework for commanders to develop and execute operations by integrating goals, methods, resources, and risks. This real-life application of operational art and design demonstrates their significance in ensuring that campaigns and operations are not just sets of disconnected events (Joint Chief of Staff [JCS], 2022). In preparation for the role of Sergeant Major, this term has deepened my comprehension, ensuring that forthcoming military operations or disaster relief endeavors involving military forces are meticulously assessed to optimize the efficacy of all combined joint forces or agencies when activated