…They are typically directed at a specific audience to create a specific effect. For additional guidance on PA and IO support to SC and communications strategy, refer to JP 3-61, Public Affairs, and JP 3…

…However, it is important not to search for indicators of an expected COA or to expect a certain COA at all. Leaders use indicators as a tip-off that something is occurring but demand that intelligence…

…Reaching plausible conclusions can often entail speculation and much deductive and inductive reasoning. › Target’s normal or reported activity. › Target status (state or condition at a given point in time [e.g., “operational,” “inoperative”]). › Degree, proportion…

90 For example, an armored vehicle used in combat is located at a school. The vehicle is a valid target. However, destroying the vehicle with certain types of munitions may place lives and safety of nearby…

…All approved targets are weaponeered to include at least the following: › Target identification and description. › Recommended aim points/DPIs. › Desired level(s) of damage, degradation, or exploitation. › Weapon system and munitions recommendations. › Fuzing requirements (if required…

…The threat intentions matrix is a technique used to efficiently look at information from the threat’s point of view. It is necessary for the analyst using the technique to have knowledge of the motivation, goals…

…Plans must tie objectives and effects at all levels, and actions together into a logical, coherent whole. Targeting supports operational-level planning by helping validate that elements of a plan are feasible or are not cost…

…A joint operation does not require that all forces participate in a particular operation merely because they are available; the JFC has the authority and responsibility to tailor forces for the mission at hand. f. Principles…

…to isolate their adversaries from the relevant populations and their external supporters, physically as well as psychologically. At the same time, they also seek to bolster their own legitimacy and credibility to exercise authority over that…

…Stability operations are likely restricted to parts of the operational area away from immediate combat, or might not occur at all. As the joint force achieves objectives and combat abates, the focus shifts to actions typical…

…Some, indeed, are fleeting and require near-immediate prosecution if they are to be targeted at all. Such targets require a procedure that can be worked through quickly and that facilitates quick transition from receipt of…

…Drive synergy to the lowest echelon at which it can be managed effectively.

…Intelligence personnel must also know how to arrive at logical, well- reasoned, unbiased conclusions based on analysis. To help alleviate the ambiguity, intelligence analysts should identify gaps in their understanding of the operational environment. 18 August…