operaatiotuki

Operaatiotuki is a term used in Finnish to describe the set of activities that enable and sustain operations. It spans both military and civilian contexts and includes planning, logistics, maintenance, communications, medical support, intelligence and information management, and operational planning.

In defense organizations, operaatiotuki refers to the support functions that enable combat or deployment, such as supply and transport, maintenance, medical services, engineering, communications, and intelligence analysis. It is organized as dedicated support units or cross-functional teams, coordinating with combat units through command and control structures. Its aim is to ensure readiness, mobility, sustainment, and casualty care.

In government agencies or industry, operaatiotuki can describe the operational support function that maintains day-to-day operations: IT service management including incident response, monitoring, problem management, and on-site field support; facilities and maintenance; logistics; and user support.

Key characteristics of operaatiotuki include the emphasis on coordination with operational units, risk management, resource planning, and the use of standard operating procedures, training, performance metrics, and contracting when applicable.

Its exact composition depends on the organization and sector; the term may be used interchangeably with operational support, logistics support, or field support.