ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses the interaction between the current intelligence analyst and personnel outside the office, as it were, upon in relation to the accuracy and objectivity of the research product. To assess and describe the intelligence officer's position and expected contribution, it is probably more useful to look at his or her job from the point of view of the well-known intelligence process or cycle. As the current intelligence analyst becomes accustomed to a new assignment, the analytical techniques and suggestions will become second nature. Intelligence analysts are often accused of amassing enormous amounts of information in their files, and occasionally, to their utter dismay, information handling specialists may become involved in suggesting streamlining procedures. The impact of group efforts in achieving positive results has been discussed in academe, and the new intelligence analyst will benefit from a study of them.
