# OODA Loop The OODA loop models action as a recurring cycle of **observe → orient → decide → act**. ## Cognitive-cyber significance [[Cognitive-Cyber Warfare]] identifies orientation as the decisive terrain: the stage where observations are interpreted through identity, trust, context, prior experience, institutional knowledge, and expectations before a decision is made. Defensive resilience preserves accurate orientation and loop continuity under uncertainty. [[Cognitive Effect Assessment Framework]] proposes measuring latency, coherence, trust, and recovery rather than engagement alone. ## Boundary The OODA loop is an analytical model, not a complete theory of cognition or proof that every decision follows four discrete steps.