For one, To quote Cardinal "Mobilisation and FTRS". Has done wonders for removing the dead wood. Allows more enthusiastic people to gain promotion, which in-turn effects the general morale, ability and retention.
For two, training. Due to the expectation of mobilisation, units are now begining to pull up the training standards.
For three, MATTs. Before I get hurls of abuse thrown at me, let me explain. I'll be more specific MATT 2 Fitness. While I have never been the fittest person in the world and have always been a 10 min BPFA person, the new standards have forced a lot of people (especially in my unit) to push up their physical levels. One of the biggest gripes I have heard from the regs about TA on Ops is their general fitness, this at least it goes some way to resolving it. Obviously, this is open to abuse from the 'put a tick in the box for me would you?' groups, but I think it will help.
I know I'm going to get a lot of people saying that being fit doesn't matter if you're a this or that trade. I personally think thatâs c$£p, if you're not fit, you will struggle, with endurance and fatigue. You will feel tired and lethargic sooner than fitter colleagues, which could affect both you and you're team. Think about it.