Army Techniques Publication ATP 4-45 (FM 4-20.07) Force Provider Operations November 2014 Army Techniques Publication (ATP) 4-45 supersedes field manual (FM) 4-20.07 and provides insight, general data and operational information for commanders, supervisors, and other personnel, including contractors, concerned with Force Provider Operations. It addresses the key life support aspects of performing the Army sustainment mission of base camp sustainment. The focus is on Force Provider company operations, Force Provider modules, responsibilities, equipment, deployment, and redeployment. Doctrine is not intended to cover garrison operations, but should serve as a guide for training and operations in garrison to prepare for combat. The principal audience for ATP 4-45 is all members of the profession of arms. Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational headquarters should also refer to applicable joint or multinational doctrine concerning the range of military operations and joint or multinational forces. Trainers and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication.