Common operational picture

Let's say there is a group of people, like students in a classroom, who all want to know what's going on in the classroom at the same time.

A common operational picture is like a big picture that shows everyone in the classroom what's happening. It is made up of different pieces of information that are brought together in one place.

For example, the picture might show where the teacher is standing, what the students are doing, and what materials are being used.

This helps everyone in the classroom to understand what's happening and what they need to do next, like when it's time to take a test or work in groups.

Similarly, a common operational picture is used by different groups, like military or emergency response teams, to stay informed and make decisions together based on the same information. It helps everyone to be on the same page and work together effectively.