…An analyst, serving as the moderator, sends a questionnaire to a panel of experts who may be in different locations. The experts respond and are usually asked to explain their responses briefly. The moderator collates the…

… Involve at least one outsider in the process; that is, someone who does not share the same educational background, culture, technical knowledge, or mindset as the core group but is familiar with the topic.

…This is useful for intelligence consumers who are following the situation on a continuing basis. Specifying in advance what would cause you to change your mind will also make it more difficult for you to rationalize…

…The J-2’s joint intelligence preparation of the operational environment (JIPOE) should include identification of key enemy and neutral leaders, and well as key friendly leaders who are not in the commander’s usual sphere…

…For example, an analyst who follows the conduct of improvised explosive device (IED) attacks in an AO might notice that a characteristic series of events preceded the last IED attack. Upon seeing evidence that those same…

…Direct attacks on wounded and sick who are no longer contributing to an adversary’s military operations are prohibited by the Geneva Conventions. As noted above, the incidental additional injury that might be caused to sick…

…This information is very valuable to commanders and staffs who may have neither access nor current information. NGOs and IGOs also may need information from commanders and staffs concerning security issues. However, these organizations hold neutrality…

…How the various groups interact is as important as knowing who knows (or should know) whom. Relationships are also present within a network itself. A network is a complex, interconnected group or system which, in some…

…The full benefit of these capabilities is realized only with a fourth component— users who are trained to use the tools and systems and educated to understand the advantages and power of a collaborative environment. (d…

…These standards act as guidelines and goals for analysts and managers throughout the intelligence community who strive for excellence in their analytic work practices and products. Although created for national-level intelligence agencies, these standards are…

… Develop the focal issue by systematically interviewing experts and officials who are examining the general topic.  Convene a group of experts (both internal and external) to brainstorm about the forces and factors that could…

…Planning guidance must clearly state CID requirements, including such things as which CID systems will be used, who will have authority to declare a track or potential target hostile, etc. For further guidance on CID, see…

…After consulting with other component commanders, the JFACC recommends air apportionment to the JFC, who makes the air apportionment decision. The JFACC’s rationale for the recommendation may include priority or percentage of effort based on…

…Examples might be—  A known party calling a known telephone number. (The analyst knows to whom the telephone number is listed, but it cannot be determined with certainty who answered the call.)  A face…

…It is currently still in use by national-level intelligence analysts in various fields who are required to make judgments on areas where there is a high risk of error when drawing conclusions. ACH is emerging…

…Members of the local populace, who might actually be belligerents, often gain access to US military personnel and their bases by providing services such as laundry and cooking. They can then pass on information gleaned from…

…Criminals and disaffected youth who appear to be acting with and for the opposition. Reports of extortion and other coercion by opposition elements to obtain financial support. Use of fear tactics to coerce, control, or influence…

…e@ Seek and heed the opinions of those closest to the reporting. © Be suspicious of human sources or sub-sources who have not been met with personally or for whom it is unclear how or from…

…Figure I-5 depicts general relationships between strategy, operational art, and tactics and between leaders who typically focus at these levels. COMMON OPERATING PRECEPT Leverage the benefits of operating indirectly through partners when strategic and operational…

… What is the centrality of each node within the network?  What role is each entity involved in the network?  Who or what forms a bridge or liaison between groups or subgroups?  How…