Intelligence Analysis: A Target-Centric Approach

Clark describes the move toward horizontal and networked intelligence analysis systems, emphasizing the advantages of collaborative processes. Written for analysts and practitioners, the book explains the process of target modeling and organizational analysis, and details quantitative and predictive techniques. Real-world examples appear throughout, illustrating key points. Clark is an electrical engineer and former CIA analyst. Annotation (c) Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Dr. Robert M. Clark is an independent consultant, former President and CEO of the Scientific and Technical Analysis Corporation, and Group Vice President of BTG, Inc. Dr. Clark served in the USAF as an Electronics Warfare Officer and Intelligence Officer, reaching the reserve rank of Lieutenant Colonel; and in the CIA as an analyst and executive in the Intelligence Directorate. He is the author of Intelligence Analysis: Estimation and Prediction. He holds a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois and a J.D. from George Washington University. He is a Presidential Interchange Executive, a member of the Virginia State Bar, and a Patent Attorney.