operational tempo

Definition

The pace and intensity of military operations, often abbreviated as OPTEMPO. How fast you're burning through both resources and personnel's sanity.

Example Usage

The high operational tempo is causing maintenance issues across the fleet.

Origin

Military logistics and readiness terminology

Fun Fact

Sustained high OPTEMPO is a leading cause of equipment failures, divorce rates, and creative accounting in maintenance reports.

Source: Military readiness and personnel management

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