Under what condition is a PIM submitted regarding performance evaluations?

The correct understanding regarding the submission of a Performance Information Memorandum (PIM) is that it is specifically intended for evaluations that cover periods of less than 90 days. This means that if a Sailor has had less than 90 days of performance in a particular rating or duty station, the PIM is utilized to document their performance over that brief period. This helps ensure that noteworthy performance, even in a short timeframe, is recognized appropriately during evaluations.

In contrast, when evaluations cover a complete cycle or longer periods, a standard evaluation process is already in place to document and assess performance. Thus, the PIM serves a distinct purpose for those limited durations to capture relevant performance information that might otherwise be overlooked or inadequately represented in the regular evaluation process.