Corporate Security Intelligence and Strategic Decision Making

Chapter 10

Dissemination

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Chapter Objectives

1. To outline the fundamental principles underlying the dissemination of intelligence material, including consideration of operational security requirements.
2. To provide guidance on the different reporting formats available—their strengths and weaknesses.
3. To provide a basic set of writing and presentation guidelines to support report production and briefing of clients.
4. To discuss how to ensure quality and track return on investment.

Introduction

Dissemination, although it comes late in the intelligence cycle, is a vital stage in the process and should not be overlooked. Ultimately, the best conclusions in ...