The aim of CIVILnEXT is to develop and provide CSDP missions with a platform to manage and control operations – the Operational Control Platform (OCP). The OCP is expected to improve coordination of the EU’s external action by strengthening exchanges and management of information, rationalising information provided, and simplifying remote control of operations. CIVILnEXt follows the EU global approach to challenging missions. In doing so, it will support civilian-military cooperation and facilitate the participation of CSDP members.