Definitions[]
Intelligence[]
Collection requirement is
| “ | [a]n expression of an intelligence information need that requires collection and carries at least an implicit authorization to commit resources in acquiring the needed information.[1] | ” |
Military[]
Collection requirement is
| “ | 1. An intelligence need considered in the allocation of intelligence resources. Within the Department of Defense, these collection requirements fulfill the essential elements of information and other intelligence needs of a commander, or an agency. 2. An established intelligence need, validated against the appropriate allocation of intelligence resources (as a requirement) to fulfill the essential elements of information and other intelligence needs of an intelligence consumer.[2] | ” |
References[]
- ↑ AR 381-20, at 48.
- ↑ Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms, at 35.