what would you suggest to improve pbem battles?

[Ichtarian]

I have been reading some of the debate on the current battle mode vs. more tactical battles, etc. I for one like this game as a pbem game but would like to see more "options" in terms of battle orders. I have read where many people seem to think the same way and make the comment that "some improvements could be made", etc. but then do not go into detail. So...this brings me to my question, what would you like to see in terms of additional options to the current pbem battle design? Remember...I am not talking about adding tactical battles; rather, I would like to discuss features that you think would add to the enjoyment of the pbem gaming design.

For example:

I would like to see
1. greater control on army formations prior to battle
2. more control on how long troops hold before attacking
3. more commander influence (good or bad) on troop moral
etc, etc.