…This area also includes areas occupied by enemy forces who could jeopardize the accomplishment of the mission. Also called AOI. (Approved for incorporation into JP 1-02.) area of operations. An operational area defined by the…

…Fire support, intelligence, and operations personnel decide what targets to look for, where the targets can be found in the operational environment, who can locate those targets, and how the targets should be attacked based on…

…Finding and smuggling militants into the joint operations area who are willing to be messengers, emplacers, or suicide bombers. Surveillance Watching multinational and U.S. forces for target selection opportunities and viability of locations. Surveillance also…

… Defending national interests requires not only being able to prevail in conflict, but also taking preventive measures to deter potential adversaries who could threaten the vital interests of the United States or its partners. …

…If a commander loses reliable communications, he must have subordinates who can act without instructions. Mission command—a key component of the C2 function described in Chapter III, “Joint Functions”—is the conduct of military operations…

…The mission statement— approved by the commander—contains the elements of who, what, when, where, and why; but seldom specifies how. It forms the basis for planning and is included in various products such as the…

…The cell leader is normally the only person who communicates and coordinates with higher levels and other cells. Organizations may form only one cell or may form several cells that operate in local or regional areas…

…Information is processed data of every description which may be used when conducting analysis; information generally provides some of the answers to who, what, where, and when questions. Knowledge is the fact or condition of knowing…

…CAOC targeteers should coordinate their federation needs with the MAJCOM or NAF A-2, who will then coordinate with the

…Red Hat Analysis Versus Red Team Analysis Red Hat analysis differs from Red Team analysis in that Red Hat analysis can be conducted or organized by any analyst who needs to understand or forecast foreign behavior…

…e Locate individuals who understand the culture: = Include them in the analytical process. = Ask their opinion about likely responses to friendly actions. = Take care when using their opinions since they may be subject to biases regarding…

…The function of managing an organization’s information resources for the handling of data and information acquired by one or many different systems, individuals, and organizations in a way that optimizes access by all who have…

… Involve someone outside the group who does not share the same educational background, culture, technical knowledge, or mindset as the core group but who is familiar with the topic. This fosters creative ideas. OUTSIDE-IN…

…The process is used to manage the organization’s information resources and optimize access to information by all who need it. As the key joint force staff integrator, the chief of staff may be responsible for…

…Used in parallel with pattern analysis, SNA allows linking of the WHO to the WHERE and WHEN. Using the organizational model, we can apply SNA to build a picture of WHO in the area is involved…

…instructions (SPINS) that clearly state combat identification (CID) requirements (for example, which CID systems will be used, who can declare a track “hostile,” etc.) (see Chapters Two and Three). › Accomplish tactical and operational assessment and support…

…An individual who has completed formal targeting training in an established Service or joint school and participates in the joint targeting cycle in their current duties. (Approved for inclusion in JP 1-02.) target folder. A…

…An individual who has completed requisite training to determine the quantity and type of lethal or nonlethal means required to create a desired effect on a given target. (Approved for inclusion in JP 1-02.) weaponeering…

…Many federated organizations, both Air Force and joint, have analysts who have studied specific targets, target sets, nations, and regions for many years. Many of the analysts with deepest understanding are civilians working for national intelligence…

…The team should be populated with people who might have experienced the culture, shared the ethnic background, or have worked in similar operational environments. It is desirable, although not absolutely necessary, to include those who understand…