What type of brief can take the form of an OPORD to demonstrate a solid plan for a mission?

A decision brief can effectively take the form of an Operations Order (OPORD) when outlining a clear and structured plan for a mission. This type of brief focuses on making explicit choices and recommendations based on analysis and evaluation of various options available to achieve mission objectives.

In a decision brief, the information is presented in a way that supports the decision-making process, including essential components such as the situation, mission, execution, administration and logistics, and command and signal — all elements that are also present in an OPORD. This parallel structure allows the audience to easily understand the proposed actions and rationale behind them, enabling informed choices.

While other brief types such as information, intelligence, or mission briefs provide valuable context and necessary details, they do not focus specifically on presenting options and the rationale behind selected actions in the same organized manner as a decision brief does.