What do planners use to create and modify a TPFDD file and build a force list?

Planners utilize the Joint Operation Planning and Execution System (JOPES) Edit Tool (JET) to create and modify a Time-Phased Force and Deployment Data (TPFDD) file and to construct a force list. The JET is specifically designed for this purpose, allowing planners to input and adjust information regarding force requirements, deployment schedules, and support data. This tool facilitates accurate planning and execution by providing the necessary framework for incorporating various elements of logistics and operational requirements into the TPFDD.

While the other tools mentioned have specific functions—such as the Mobilization and Employment of Forces Planning and Analysis Tool (MEFPAK) being used for forces analysis or the Strategic Mobility System (SMS) focusing on transportation resources—the JET uniquely integrates the data handling necessary for TPFDD management and offers a user-friendly interface for planners to manipulate information effectively. The Rapid Query Tool (RQT) serves different purposes related to querying logistics data rather than creating or modifying TPFDD files. Thus, JET is the most appropriate tool for planners in the context of TPFDD and force listing tasks.