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…Use of basic diagnostic analytical techniques Technique Used for: Often used with: Offensive/ Defensive Stability DSCA Sorting • Review of large amounts of data. • Review of multiple categories of information. • Any stage. • Generating hypotheses (brainstorming, ACH). • Functional…

…The source of power that provides moral or physical strength, freedom of action, or will to act. Also called COG. (JP 1-02. SOURCE: JP 3-0) chain of command. The succession of commanding officers from…

…Reports of large donations to new or revamped organizations. Reports of payment to locals for engaging in subversive or hostile activities. Reports of the formation of opposition paramilitary or militia organizations. Reports of lists of targets…

Chapter I I-4 JP 3-0 (5) As it has in the past, the United States will continue to respond to a variety of civil crises by acting to relieve human suffering and restoring civil…

…Protection of shipping may require a combination of operations to be successful. These actions can include area operations, escort duties, mine countermeasures, and environmental defense missions. k. Show of force operations are designed to demonstrate US…

Chapter II II-18 JP 3-60 operational picture (COP) are critical elements during phase 6 of the joint targeting cycle where outcomes are analyzed and future actions are determined. (3) Targeteers work closely with planners…

…X X X Modeling Identifying potential actions of threat, neutral, and friendly entities. • Comparison. • Scientific method. X X X ACH analysis of competing hypotheses DSCA defense support of civil authorities ANALYTIC SUPPORT TO UNIQUE ACTIVITIES 6…

…This example also points out the importance of integrating assessment into employment planning and target development efforts early on. THE FOUR LEVELS OF ASSESSMENT Assessment consists of four distinct but interrelated levels: › Tactical Assessment: Determination of…

The Joint Targeting Cycle II-15 (3) All estimates generated during this phase are situation-specific, reflecting the pairing of forces against targets under particular conditions of employment. As such, users of this information must use…

Executive Summary xv directorate of a joint staff (J-2) (chief of targets), or similar representative, and meets as required to consolidate and prioritize the draft JIPTL and discuss targeting integration and synchronization issues raised by…

…This is a critical path of information flow during execution that reduces the likelihood of confusion between joint force assignment expectations and actual achievement. Ultimately, the exchange of information during phase 4 and the reconciliation of…

…A hypothesis is more believable when a consequence of that hypothesis is verified. When a piece of evidence is verified that is supportive of the hypothesis, the hypothesis becomes more believable.  Rule 2. The credibility…

…Enhancement of CBRN defense capabilities may reduce incentives for a first strike by an enemy with WMD. (c) The combination of active and passive defense can reduce the effectiveness or success of an enemy’s use…