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…The collection and analysis of items of forensic value have become vital to the intelligence and targeting efforts, but are only useful if the value of the materiel is recognized. Exploitation depends on individuals who have…

…Applying theory can be used to analyze threat, neutral, and friendly entity patterns of behavior when a large quantity of data is available on an entity going back over time. Applying theory is effective in situations…

…Weighted ranking should be used anytime the topic is important enough to warrant the investment of time and there is a need for transparency in the reasoning used to derive the assessment. In intelligence analysis, each…

…Use of emerging and other structured analytical techniques (continued) Technique Used for: Often used with: Offensive/ Defensive Stability DSCA Knowledge Planning Developing information collection strategies. • Systemology. • Network analysis. X X X Rules for Verification Identifying potential…

…Both qualitative and quantitative metrics should be used to avoid unsound or distorted results. Metrics can either be inductive (using sensors or personnel to directly observe the battlespace and build SA cumulatively) or deductive (using indirect…

…This process is also used to guide targeting efforts that take place entirely outside the context of the air estimate and tasking processes. The basic targeting process consists of 6 stages, or “phases” (See Figure 1…

…Such technical information is useful in determining how to create specific effects on specific targets and target systems. In addition to expertise on worldwide air assets, NASIC also has leading experts on long- range surface-to…

… Red team analysis avoids the use of qualifying statements and assumes the recipient understands the paper is aimed more at provoking thought or challenging the conventional understanding of how a threat thinks. A-60. For…

…The analyst would apply it to challenge an analytic consensus or a key assumption regarding a critical intelligence question, and the value added in using this specific technique is that it highlights weaknesses in current analytic…

…List each of the facts, pieces of information, or hypotheses involved in the problem that you may want to use in the sorting schema (can use paper, white board, movable piece of stationery with a re…

…Knowing the capabilities of various units and organizations is key to effectively using the reachback and federated system. Many organizations produce information and intelligence useful to targeting and assessment efforts. Leveraging the expertise of these organizations…

…Sorting is effective when information elements can be broken out into categories or subcategories for comparison using an automated computer program, such as a spreadsheet. This technique is most useful for reviewing massive data stores that…

…Since an enemy’s use of WMD can quickly change the character of an operation or campaign, joint forces may be required to locate and control WMD, materials used to develop WMD, or dual-use materials…

…These are planned targets upon which fires are determined using the deliberate targeting process and executed using the dynamic targeting process. This means these targets have dedicated capabilities listed against them on the ATO; however, no…

Joint Operations Across the Range of Military Operations V-41 military and nonmilitary FDOs can be used to dissuade actions before a crisis arises or to deter further aggression during a crisis. FDOs are developed for…

…To fully exploit imagery, use of an electronic light table is necessary. In addition, commercial imagery may be available for use in targeting and assessment. The current commercial imagery system is Eagle Vision.

Appendix A A-4 JP 3-60 communication the enemy is using, or may use as alternate lines of communication, in order to reinforce or resupply his or her forces. (9) Military Advantage. Military advantage refers…

…The following can assist when using link diagrams:  Watch for clutter. Charts may become cluttered by too much data; peripheral data may be set aside.  Use simple charts. Large complex charts can be broken…

…C2 in Littoral Areas (1) Controlled littoral areas often offer the best positions from which to begin, sustain, and support joint operations, especially in operational areas with limited or poor infrastructure for supporting US joint operations…

…Although the US military is organized, trained, and equipped for sustained, large-scale combat anywhere in the world, the capabilities to conduct these operations also enable a wide variety of other operations as well. Examples of…