4-124. The primary consolidation of gains activities during operations to prevent are those taken to ensure that Army planning accounts for tasks that enable the consolidation of gains. This planning should include considering follow-on forces specifically task-organized to consolidate gains. Planning for the early and effective consolidation of gains enables the achievement of lasting favorable outcomes. The manner in which units execute missions, particularly how positively they interact with local populations and host-nation forces, significantly influences the perceptions of those affected by friendly operations. Early deploying units possess the capability to conduct security and stability tasks as needed. How units are organized and prepared for offensive, defensive, or stability tasks simplifies or complicates future security and stability outcomes.