Which of the following items can the ship request through NEXCOM?

The ship can request materials for modernization or improvements to ship's store facilities through NEXCOM because this falls within the scope of support that NEXCOM provides to ensure shipboard retail operations are effective and efficient. NEXCOM (Navy Exchange Service Command) is responsible for managing and supporting Navy Exchange activities, which includes maintaining and enhancing the stores and facilities aboard ships.

Initiatives that improve the ship's store, such as renovations or facility updates, are key components of enhancing the overall welfare, morale, and quality of life for crew members. Therefore, when a ship identifies a need for improvements to its store facilities, it can reach out to NEXCOM to procure the necessary materials to fulfill those requirements.

In contrast, developing new retail software, recruiting additional crew, or selecting sites for new stores do not directly align with the typical requests processed through NEXCOM by individual ships. These activities are generally managed at different organizational levels or departments within the Navy, making them less relevant to the operational goals of enhancing existing shipboard facilities.