… Never censor an analyst’s ideas no matter how unconventional they might sound.  Find out what prompted the thought, as it might contain the seeds of an important connection between the topic and an…

…However, altering the course of an airborne sensor from an approved collection track to loiter over suspected criminal activities would no longer be incidental collection and could result in a PCA violation unless specifically approved in…

…Some of the simple rules to be followed include—  Never censor an analyst’s ideas no matter how unconventional they might sound.  Find out what prompted the thought, as it might contain the seeds…

…Like other contrarian methods, “what if” analysis must begin by stating the conventional analytic line and then stepping back to consider what alternative outcomes are too important to dismiss, no matter how unlikely.

…Observe Observation and cataloging of the effect on the target, simply data collection, no assessment or analysis. SUPPORT FUNCTION—When determining what type of activities may take place, consider: Domestic Support Local populace support and supporting…

…For additional information on NSLs and CDE methodology reference CJCSI 3160.01, No Strike and the Collateral Damage Estimation Methodology. Joint force targeting during such situations is driven by the principle of proportionality, so that otherwise…

…It is best used when—  There is little to no information available and surprise conditions are ripe.  There is a need to identify that threat variations exists.  The analyst needs to specifically understand…

…interagency, intergovernmental, nongovernmental, and private volunteer organizations. Weapons and units work more effectively when they operate together. No single action, weapon, branch, or warfighting function generates sufficient power by itself to achieve the effects required to…

…An enemy may use WMD against other multinational partners, especially those with little or no defense against these weapons, to disintegrate the alliance or coalition. (a) Intelligence and other joint staff members advise JFCs of an…

…Some sewer gases deplete oxygen, a situation against which the field protective mask provides no protection. f. Once the squad is organized and equipped, it moves to the entrance of the tunnel. This may be a…

…Without a codeplug, you will talk to no one. You have three main options: You can load the standard codeplug using the “Load from Web” button (requires an internet connection). You can also load the GhostNet…

…Steel reinforcing rods are normally 3/4 of an inch thick and 6 to 8 inches apart—there is no quick way of cutting these rods. They can be cut with demolition charges, cutting torches, or…

…For example, a lethal weapon might be able to neutralize a particular target’s function, but because the target is located in a country for which we have no (and would not receive approval for) lethal…

…Risk management does not inhibit a commander’s flexibility and initiative; remove risk altogether (or support a zero-defects mindset); dictate a GO/NO-GO decision to take a specific action; sanction or justify violating the…

…Personnel should stay alert even in an operation with little or no perceived risk. JFCs must take measures to prevent complacency and be ready to counter activity that could bring harm to units or jeopardize the…

…A direct effect is the first-order result of action with no intervening mechanism between act and outcome—usually immediate and empirically verifiable, like the results of weapons employment. Indirect effects are more complicated. An indirect…

…Thus the SCA typically has no role in prioritizing the JFC’s day-to-day space force enhancement requirements. The SCA gathers operational requirements that may be satisfied by space capabilities and facilitates the use of…

…There is no prescribed procedure, but the following steps should be followed at a minimum:  Outline the main points and key assumptions and characterize the evidence supporting current analytic view.  Select one or more…

…Also, restrictive fire support coordination measures (such as a restrictive fire area or no fire area) may be imposed to protect civilians and critical installations. (5) The 155-mm howitzer can be effective in neutralizing concrete…

…CDE analysts should apply the specific guidance and data in CJCSI 3160.01D, No-Strike and CDE Methodology. Joint Automated Deep Operations Coordination System (JADOCS). JADOCS is an Army-developed mission management software application used by…