Category: Intelligence

The Analysis Automation discusses the “Crime Link” tool used for association matrixes and link analysis. Most intelligence analysis software (e.g. Analyst’s Notebook from i2 Software, now owned by IBM) can be used to produce these types of analyses. I can’t find any information online about this tool so I’m unsure if it’s proprietary to the…

This module discusses three analytical techniques for determining terrorist group linkages, capabilities and intentions. The three items that they identify are: Time-Event Charts Association and Activity Matrixes Link Diagram Time-event charts are the simple coded charts that depict a timeline of a terrorist attakc. For more information, see the activity matrix page. Association matrix, activity…

This module provides a variety of safety measures for personal protection, especially overseas. This module is a small version of the MCRP 3-02E Individual’s Guide for Understanding and Surviving Terrorism. Rather than duplicate the material in that book, I will link to the Personal Protective Measures Against Terrorism from the 21st Theater Support Command as…

This module contains some basic information on intelligence sources. Intelligence sources such as Imagery Intelligence, Human Intelligence and Signals Intelligence are identified, while some basic tenets of intelligence dissemination are discussed. Some goals of intelligence analysis are also discussed. These items are better dealt with by the specific articles that cover their topics, including my…

This module focuses on understanding terrorist attacks. A five stage model for terrorist attacks is proposed in this module, including the following elements: Pre-Incident Phase Initiation Phase Climax Phase Post-Incident Phase A fifth stage, Negotiation Phase, fits in between stages 2 and 3 in the cases of kidnappings or other hostage takings. Pre-Incident Phase of…