Intelligence Virtual Analyst Capability: Governing Concepts and Science and Technology Roadmap
Abstract
This report presents the results of an investigation of Intelligent Software Assistant (ISA) technologies towards the development of an Intelligence Virtual Analyst Capability (iVAC). The idea behind the ISA is to synthesize the current state of Artificial Intelligence research to develop a personalized assistant that organizes information, learns processes, adapts to changing situations, and interactively supports individuals in their tasks in a seamless, intuitive fashion. The iVAC is meant as a computerized software assistant supporting the intelligence analysts in sensemaking tasks, while being ultimately capable of taking on autonomous analytical tasks in concert with other analysts (virtual or human). To achieve this goal, literature surveys, technology studies, expert workshops and detailed analysis of iVAC sub-capabilities were performed. For every identified iVAC sub-capability, an assessment of the maturity of existing, relevant, applicable science and technology was performed. As a result, key research topics were identified. This document provides a description of the iVAC concept and of the research and development steps required to instantiate it.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2014
- Accession Number
- AD1004320
Entities
People
- Alexandre Bergeron-guyard
- D. Poussart
- Denis Gouin
- Jean Roy
- Valerie Lavigne
Organizations
- Defence Research and Development Canada