What type of information does the NCOER primarily provide to HQDA?

The NCOER, or Non-Commissioned Officer Evaluation Report, plays a vital role in providing critical personnel management decisions to Headquarters, Department of the Army (HQDA). This report is a systematic way to assess the performance and potential of non-commissioned officers, encompassing various aspects of their service, including leadership, duty performance, and adherence to army values and standards.

By compiling comprehensive evaluations of individual soldiers, NCOERs assist in making informed decisions regarding promotions, assignments, and retention of personnel. This information is invaluable for HQDA as it shapes the future structure and effectiveness of the Army by ensuring the right individuals are in positions that match their skills and competencies. While other types of information like training feedback or operational readiness data are important, they do not directly influence the critical personnel management decisions to the same extent as the insights provided by the NCOER.