 Welcome to a new week on the rundown. On this episode, we're looking at the timeline for implementing rating modernization. We have the latest on bibs and dates for the advancement exam. And it's fall, meaning the start of flu season. The Navy released a timeline for implementing rating modernization that is designed to make it easier for sailors to understand the changes taking place. The objective of the Navy's efforts is simple. Flexibility. First, the Navy will provide flexibility in what a sailor can do in service by enabling career moves between occupations. This will ensure continued advancement opportunities and upward mobility. Second, this will provide flexibility in assignment choice. A sailor with the right mix of skills will have more choices for ship type, home port, timing, sea shore rotation, and incentive pays. Finally, the Navy will provide you more flexibility after you leave the Navy by providing civilian credentialing opportunities. In other words, giving you credit in the civilian job market for your Navy education and experience. A working group comprised of members throughout the fleet has been formed to identify personal policies, management programs, and information technology systems that will require change. Some of what they will look at includes recruiting, detailing, advancements, training, and personnel and pay processes. You can check out the blog by visiting navylive or navy.mil. Here at CNP, we set up an email that is designed to directly answer your questions on rating modernization. Email the address below with your questions, comments, or concerns. Visits have been released for the E4 through E6 advancement exam. Mark your calendars with these dates. The E6 exam will be March 2nd, E5 will be March 9th, and the E4 will be March 16th. You can view and print your bibs on navycool by visiting cool.navy.mil. On the homepage, find the advancements exam bibs tab, and then find your specialty. It's never too early to begin studying. Finally, the weather is cooling, which means the flu season is approaching. The Navy is reminding you and your family to get a flu shot at your local or command medical clinic. The seasonal flu shot is mandatory for all sailors who are not medically or administratively exempt. Staying up to date with your flu shot improves Navy readiness throughout the year. Read the story on navy.mil that offers tips for preventing the flu, and links that provide further information. Well, that's all for this week. For any questions, send us a message at usnpeople at gmail.com. For the chief naval personnel, I'm Petty Officer of Second Class, L.J. Burleson. Thanks for watching.