Not wanting to be all take and no give, this is the simple Int Collection plan we're using. It appears cyclical but is not; several phases take place in parallel, but it gives a framework (with thanks to Dave Kilcullen's 28 Articles..).
Phases. The following Phases will be executed to direct intelligence gathering efforts:
Phase 1.
Confirm what we think we know.
Take over existing relationships
Assess atmospherics and consent.
Report changes.
Phase 2.
Pursue answers to unknown questions.
Identify potential targets.
Develop Target Packs.
Identify Pattern of Life.
Phase 3.
Confirm Targets.
Establish Triggers
Exploit information from operations.
Reassess (return to Phase 1 Q 1)
Patrol Taskings. The Coy IO will generate specific intelligence tasks which will be allocated to patrols by Coy HQ.
Patrol Preparation. Detailed research on all available information held prior to patrols deploying is vital to ensure the patrol is able to judge developments in their target areas. The POC for area info is the IO.
Reporting. An initial hot debrief will be conducted by the IO following each patrol’s return. Patrol reports are to be submitted within 3 hrs of conclusion of hot debrief.
Very basic indeed, but basic is good in a rifle company where complex processes get bypassed or ignored. I've tried to distill the various areas of good advice into something more manageable.
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