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…Typically, analysts will brainstorm when they begin a project to help generate a range of hypotheses about their issue. FACTS 5-5. Brainstorming, almost by definition, involves a group of analysts meeting to discuss a common…

…Detailed planning generally begins 72 hours prior the start of execution to properly assess the progress of operations, anticipate enemy actions, make needed adjustments to strategy, and enable integration of all components’ requirements. The actual length…

…For additional information on the BDA process, see DIA publications DI-2820-4-03, Battle Damage Assessment (BDA) Quick Guide, and DI 2800-2-YR, Critical Elements of Selected Generic Installations (Critical Elements Handbook). e. Estimated…

…All collection must be done in coordination with the Attorney General’s designated lead. ANALYTIC TECHNIQUES IN DECISIVE ACTION 6-20. Intelligence analysis in the Army is not usually conducted as an individual effort; it is…

…It differs from applying theory in that conclusions are drawn from a small number of cases, whereas applying theory is generated from examining a large number of cases. This approach is useful when faced with ambiguous…

…Use the technique of defining the issue to ensure that the question is clear. e@ Step 2. Generate simple chains of events or facts for each hypothesis. Event trees and event mapping are two techniques that…

…Intelligence analysis indicates this type of cell is generally equipped as follows: • 11 x AK-47s. • 2 x 9-mm pistols. • 1 x RPD light machinegun. • 3 x RPG-7V. • 8 x fragmentation grenades. • 4 x…

…Take the alternatives, options, or hypothesis generated or another process to fill in the first column of a matrix under the column heading of Options. e@ Step 2. On a separate sheet of paper or file…

…In a campaign, this could be planning the next major operation. “The general who wins a battle makes many calculations in his temple before the battle is fought. The general who loses a battle makes but…

…The ability to generate the type and extent of effects necessary to achieve the commander’s objectives distinguishes effective targeting. For more information on end state and commander’s objectives see JP 5-0, Joint Operation…

…In the final analysis, victories are achieved because of the effect produced, not simply because of the effort expended. —Brigadier General Haywood S. “Possum” Hansell, Jr., Memorandum to Army Air Force Chief of Staff General “Hap…

…Use this technique when a nonlinear method is desired to generate, visualize, structure, and delineate the events in a scenario or hypotheses related to the intelligence issue or problem. The addition of colors can represent key…

…n addition, usage of the Multiple Scenarios Generation technique offers ancillary benefits, such as—  Enabling the analyst to potentially see when and how a specific scenario is coming to fruition.  Aiding in the process…

…organization. Functional analysis. X X X Situational Logic Identifying potential actions of threat, neutral, and friendly entities. Generation of alternative futures. X X X Analyzing Complex Networks and Associations Link Analysis Evaluating relationships between organizations and…

…This provides a basis for generating collection to determine which option was selected by the threat as early as possible. 18 August 2014 ATP 2-33.4 3-5 Basic Structured Analytic Techniques 18 August 2014…

43 communications plan, general instructions for inter- and intra-theater airlift, and so on. It may also include the ACO. The ACO provides direction to deconflict, coordinate, and integrate the use of airspace within the operational…

…The general rules of event mapping are— e Start with a blank paper or use a piece of stationery with a re-adherable strip of adhesive on the back to make notes on a white board…

6 THE TARGETING PROCESS Viewed generically, outside the context of overarching processes and the battle rhythm, the targeting process consists of the following general phases, most of which dovetail into the planning and tasking processes once…

…Determine what would indicate a decision has been made at each decision point for each option to use in generating an integrated collection plan. e@ Step 7. Assess the implications or after effects of each alternative…