Command and Control Intelligence: The Case for Federation in Modern Operations
Abstract
In order to make optimal use of intelligence, commanders must embrace federated intelligence operations. However, selling commanders on the benefits of intelligence federation is easier said than done, and many remain vigilant in the pursuit of intelligence ownership. Intelligence management under unit command is inefficient, as commanders lack the administrative support, procedural understanding, and institutional knowledge essential to effective intelligence operations. Corroboration through multi-intelligence collection is a convoluted process requiring technical expertise and oversight for immediate tasking. Non-intelligence professionals have neither the training nor the time required to support this process. In order to ensure best practices at each level of command across the MAGTF, Coalition, and Joint arenas, administrative, tactical, operational, and technical control measures must be defined and followed in strict adherence. The mission of Marine Corps intelligence is to "provide commanders with seamless, tailored, timely, and mission-essential intelligence, and to ensure its integration into the operational planning process." Commanders are key components of intelligence planning, but do not require ownership of its processes, personnel, or equipment to benefit from its findings.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 24, 2015
- Accession Number
- AD1176024
Entities
People
- Jeffery L. Starr