ReviewsAn accessible explanation of structured analytic techniques that will help students, academics and intelligence analysts to produce better research., Structured Analytical Techniquesby Heuer and Pherson provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the analytical tools used by intelligence professionals, in order to overcome cognitive biases and learn to solve problems collaboratively., This is one of the rare textbooks extant that succeed brilliantly in solving the basic dilemma of every textbook: to be accessible to the novice and at the same time exact in the details. It does so by following the identical text structure for each of the techniques it discusses. As a consequence, it is at the same time a textbook and a work of reference., Heuer and Pherson's Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysisis a comprehensive and accessibly written text that will be of interest to both novices and professionals alike. Its comprehensive coverage of analytical techniques, and the analytical process, make this work an essential reading for students of intelligence analysis., "This is one of the rare textbooks extant that succeed brilliantly in solving the basic dilemma of every textbook: to be accessible to the novice and at the same time exact in the details. It does so by following the identical text structure for each of the techniques it discusses. As a consequence, it is at the same time a textbook and a work of reference." -- Christian Daye "An accessible explanation of structured analytic techniques that will help students, academics and intelligence analysts to produce better research." -- Dr. Antony Field "Structured Analytical Techniques by Heuer and Pherson provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the analytical tools used by intelligence professionals, in order to overcome cognitive biases and learn to solve problems collaboratively." -- Richard J. Kilroy, Jr. "Heuer and Pherson's Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysis is a comprehensive and accessibly written text that will be of interest to both novices and professionals alike. Its comprehensive coverage of analytical techniques, and the analytical process, make this work an essential reading for students of intelligence analysis." -- Christopher K. Lamont "Excellent publication for the study of intelligence analysis, structured analytical techniques and their application in this increasingly dangerous environment. A must read for anyone entering the intelligence community as an analyst, practitioner, stakeholder and leader." -- Charles E. Wilson, Excellent publication for the study of intelligence analysis, structured analytical techniques and their application in this increasingly dangerous environment. A must read for anyone entering the intelligence community as an analyst, practitioner, stakeholder and leader.
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Table Of ContentFiguresForeword by John McLaughlinPrefaceChapter 1 * Introduction and Overview 1.1 Our Vision 1.2 Role of Structured Analytic Techniques 1.3 History of Structured Analytic Techniques 1.4 The Expanding Use of Structured Analytic Techniques 1.5 Selection of Techniques for This Book 1.6 Quick Overview of ChaptersChapter 2 * The Role of Structured Techniques 2.1 Two Types of Thinking 2.2 Developing a Taxonomy of Structured Analytic Techniques 2.3 Dealing with Cognitive Limitations 2.4 Matching Cognitive Limitations to Structured Techniques 2.5 Combating Digital DisinformationChapter 3 * Choosing the Right Technique 3.1 The Six Families 3.2 Core Techniques 3.3 Selecting the Right Technique 3.4 Projects Using Multiple Techniques 3.5 Common Errors in Selecting Techniques 3.6 Making a Habit of Using Structured TechniquesChapter 4 * Practitioner's Guide to Collaboration 4.1 Social Networks and Analytic Teams 4.2 Dividing the Work 4.3 Value of Collaborative Processes 4.4 Common Pitfalls with Small Groups 4.5 Benefiting from Diversity 4.6 Advocacy versus Objective Inquiry 4.7 Leadership and TrainingChapter 5 * Getting Organized 5.1 Sorting 5.2 Ranking, Scoring, and Prioritizing 5.3 Matrices 5.4 Process Maps 5.5 Gantt ChartsChapter 6 * Exploration Techniques 6.1 Simple Brainstorming 6.2 Cluster Brainstorming 6.3 Nominal Group Technique 6.4 Circleboarding(tm) 6.5 Starbursting 6.6 Mind Maps and Concept Maps 6.7 Venn Analysis 6.8 Network AnalysisChapter 7 * Diagnostic Techniques 7.1 Key Assumptions Check 7.2 Chronologies and Timelines 7.3 Cross-Impact Matrix 7.4 Multiple Hypothesis Generation 7.5 Diagnostic Reasoning 7.6 Analysis of Competing Hypotheses 7.7 Inconsistencies Finder(tm) 7.8 Deception Detection 7.9 Argument MappingChapter 8 * Reframing Techniques 8.1 Cause and Effect Techniques 8.2 Challenge Analysis Techniques 8.3 Conflict Management TechniquesChapter 9 * Foresight Techniques 9.1 Key Drivers Generation(tm) 9.2 Key Uncertainties Finder(tm) 9.3 Reversing Assumptions 9.4 Simple Scenarios 9.5 Cone of Plausibility 9.6 Alternative Futures Analysis 9.7 Multiple Scenarios Generation 9.8 Morphological Analysis 9.9 Counterfactual Reasoning 9.10 Analysis by Contrasting Narratives 9.11 Indicators Generation, Validation, and EvaluationChapter 10 * Decision Support Techniques 10.1 Opportunities Incubator(tm) 10.2 Bowtie Analysis 10.3 Impact Matrix 10.4 SWOT Analysis 10.5 Critical Path Analysis 10.6 Decision Trees 10.7 Decision Matrix 10.8 Force Field Analysis 10.9 Pros-Cons-Faults-and-Fixes 10.10 Complexity ManagerChapter 11 * The Future of Structured Analytic Techniques 11.1 Limits of Empirical Analysis 11.2 Purpose of Structured Techniques 11.3 Projecting the Trajectory of Structured Techniques 11.4 Role of Structured Techniques in 2030
Synopsis"Excellent publication for the study of intelligence analysis, structured analytical techniques and their application in this increasingly dangerous environment. A must read for anyone entering the intelligence community as an analyst, practitioner, stakeholder and leader." --Charles E. Wilson, University of Detroit Mercy The Third Edition of Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysis showcases sixty-six structured analytic techniques--nine new to this edition--that represent the most current best practices in intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and business analysis. With more depth, detail, and utility than existing handbooks, each technique is clearly and systematically explained. Logically organized and richly illustrated, and with spiral binding and tabs that separate techniques into categories, this book is an easy-to-use, comprehensive reference., The Third Edition of Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysis showcases sixty-six structured analytic techniques-nine new to this edition-that represent the most current best practices in intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and business analysis., The Third Edition of Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysis by Randolph H. Pherson and Richards J. Heuer Jr showcases sixty-six structured analytic techniques--nine new to this edition--that represent the most current best practices in intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and business analysis. With more depth, detail, and utility than existing handbooks, each technique is clearly and systematically explained. Logically organized and richly illustrated, and with spiral binding and tabs that separate techniques into categories, this book is an easy-to-use, comprehensive reference., The Third Edition of Structured Analytic Techniques for Intelligence Analysis showcases sixty-six structured analytic techniques--nine new to this edition--that represent the most current best practices in intelligence, law enforcement, homeland security, and business analysis.