I don't see how an OT and CT at the same time is significantly different, though I am Log O trade qualified in the reserves. To me the main issue is a move from Res to Reg.
My main gripe is that I initiated the process at some point in 2009, shortly before starting this thread. I received little to no support throughout the process. I shouldn't have to come to army.ca for information that ought be provided as a matter of course. At some point between 2009 and now I have been dropped from the process without being notified. Why? A little digging revealed I don't have a preferred degree (which was not a hoop to jump through in 2009 but was introduced later) I have never been told this by anyone, and e-mails and telephone calls went unanswered. If I disregarded subordinates' communications in this manner my OC would put my feet to the fire.
Let's say the CF hired ten DEO Log O's in each of the past five years (I have no idea of the actual number). There are indications that many of them were individuals with no previous service, but ticked all the right boxes in terms of "relevant previous experience" and held a "preferred degree" versus my tours, obvious commitment to the CF and the Army, and Res Log O qualification. Most companies hire internally first for obvious reasons, why is that not the case here?
Lastly, if I don't meet the requirements for any reason, the army needs to have the integrity and directness to say so through official channels. I applied for this transfer through official channels at my orderly room, therefore I would expect all business to happen above board and to a standard. In my case this did not happen. For these reasons I believe the system is broken.