"The National Preparedness System (NPS) is being developed as a tool that: (1) Supports capabilities-based planning and assessment (2) Uses the Target Capabilities List (TCL) as the basis for planning and assessment (3) Facilitates intergovernmental, interjurisdictional, interdisciplinary, and public/private sector coordination (4) Addresses multiple reporting requirements (5) Provides a comprehensive picture of National preparedness". (FEMA, National Preparedness System: Current Prototype & Proposed Implementation Approach, August 2, 2007, slide 13)