1-22. Prior to designing or planning special operations and requesting Army special operations forces in support of a combatant commander’s campaign plan or a contingency plan, commanders first determine if the objective(s) require the unique capabilities of Army special operations forces. As trusted Army professionals and stewards of the Army Profession, commanders conduct a thorough analysis to ensure that highly trained, competent special operations forces are employed ethically, effectively, and efficiently to accomplish the most important and highest payoff missions in the right way.