Anacapa Training

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We have developed and tested a comprehensive set of modules for training in intelligence analysis. In addition to instruction on theory and technique, each module contains one or more exercises that provide realistic practice in the application of what is learned. These exercises may be completed either manually or, where appropriate, with the aid of computer applications such as Excel, Power Point, and the i2 Analyst’s Notebook. Model solutions for each exercise are presented in both manual and computer-application format.

Practical exercises based on a wide-range of criminal activity are included in the course to permit the development of skills in the application of multiple intelligence concepts and techniques. Types of activities that can be covered in the exercises include organized crime, narcotics trafficking, frauds, conspiracies, corruption, smuggling, violent crimes, vice, terrorism, extortion, theft and fencing, and others. Each week of instruction concludes with a practical exercise that requires about 6 hours to complete followed by a 2-hour feedback and discussion session in which a model solution is presented, compared with results, and discussed.

The cost of a 5-day course conducted in the United States is typically less than $10,000; the cost of a 10-day course is typically less than $20,000. Courses conducted outside the United States may cost a bit more due to additional travel and shipping expense.

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The Intelligence process The components of the intelligence process are interrelated and eventually must be considered as a system. The objective of the system is to produce an inference (about What? Why? When? Where? How?) that will enable actions to be taken with confidence. This session presents and describes the components of the process: data collection, data evaluation, data collation, data description, inductive reasoning, hypothesis generation, and inference development and assessment. (3 hours)

Link analysis Link analysis provides a graphic presentation of the relationships among entities, such as individuals, organizations, locations, telephone numbers, and so on. This module presents the concepts and applications of link analysis, a fundamental intelligence analysis technique, and demonstrates the development of association matrices and network diagrams to show the relationships among entities of interest. Exercises are provided to practice either manual or computer-based techniques. (4 hours)

Development of inferences The objective of this module is to present the application of inductive logic to determine the nature and scope of complex criminal activity and to identify the key individuals involved. From the information that has been described by link analysis, flow analysis, financial profiling, pattern analysis and other techniques, inductive reasoning is employed to group this information into a set of key points (premises) that summarize the available intelligence. From these premises one or more hypotheses are developed and tested through the collection and description of additional information. Ultimately, an inference is developed at a sufficiently high level of confidence to justify actions. (4 hours)

Assessment of inferences A key component of an inference is the level of confidence that can be placed in it. This is best done by providing a probability assessment as is commonly done with weather reports. For example, there is a 80% chance of rain tomorrow. For an inference, we would say that, based on the set of premises from which the inference was developed, there is an 80% chance that the inference is correct. Types of probabilities and a systematic approach to developing subjective conditional probabilities are presented and practiced. (2 hours)

Logical briefings and written reports A logical framework is provided in this session as the model for presenting the results of analyses in oral briefings or written reports. Oral briefings are emphasized because this is how analytical results are typically presented in exercises during the course and later. The objectives of this session are to provide guidelines for methods of summarizing and presenting results that will be most useful in the course and on the job. (2 hours)

Flow and transaction charting This module provides instruction and practice in charting the flow of some commodity (such as money, narcotics, or stolen goods) among a group of entities (such as people, places, and/or organizations). A flow chart can also show how control or power is exercised over individuals in an organization. For complex analyses involving many flow paths and entities, an association matrix can be employed to organize and keep track of the information and to prepare the chart. A flow chart might be viewed as a link diagram with directionality. (4 hours)

Event charting Event charting shows, in graphic form, the time linkage among a set of related events. This session, provides instruction, demonstration and practice in developing event charts so that sequences of events, the times of occurrence and the relationships among the events become clear. Exercises are provided so that either manual or computer-based applications can be employed in developing skill in event charting. (2 hours)

Activity charting This module addresses techniques that can be employed to illustrate the process or method by which a criminal activity is carried out. An activity pattern might emerge from repetitive or recurring actions; thus, an activity chart might be developed from two or more event charts to show modus operandi or pattern of criminal behavior. Instruction will show what can be learned from such charts about the sequential nature and vulnerability of organized criminal activities and about how to combat these activities. (2 hours)

Analysis of patterns and relationships It is often useful to develop inferences about some specific activity against the background or pattern of criminal activity within a geographical area, during a given time period, or relative to some other activity or condition. For example, in developing an inference about a specific narcotics trafficking network, it might be useful to know something about the pattern of narcotics activity in the area served by that network. In this session we introduce analytical tools that are applied to patterns and relationships—frequency analysis and correlation analysis. (4 hours)

Analysis of trends The analysis of criminal activity can be aided by understanding the changes in conditions that serve as a backdrop for these activities. A trend might be any of the following: prevailing tendency or inclination, general direction or movement, change in conditions from one time period to another, or change in direction or movement over time. In this session we will address the two principal techniques that are applied to the analysis of trends: time-series analysis and frequency-chart comparisons over time. Opportunities for practice will be provided in either manual or computer-based techniques such as Excel. (4 hours)

Critical thinking strategies In this session we address critical thinking—the interpretation, assessment and reasoning skills required for success in intelligence analysis. We examine some of the types of challenges that face analysts by providing issues and problems that demonstrate critical thinking. We review the context in which critical thinking must take place and present the types of human limitations that must be overcome and a model that illustrates the various factors and components of critical thinking. We then present and discuss strategies that will lead to the most effective critical thinking. (2 hours)

Techniques of financial profiling Net worth, source and application of funds, and bank deposits methods of identifying and estimating concealed income and possible money laundering are all covered in this module. Financial profiling is an analytical tool that provides the analyst with methods of developing indicators of concealed income of an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization. In addition, a financial profile is an effective indirect method for gathering, organizing, and presenting evidence related to financial status. In an analysis of suspected financial manipulation, it can be used to: determine the reasonableness of further analytical effort, aid in the determination of the direction and scope of any further effort, aid in the determination of specific financial information which may be required to invoke the provisions of either criminal or civil forfeiture laws, and/or establish probable cause for obtaining search warrants and other court-ordered investigative aids. (6 hours)

Analysis of financial records This session provides methods for determining the flow of money through businesses and identifying indicators of financial manipulation. The session provides techniques to identify questionable and exceptional situations with account balances, to track entries from original source documents through the accounting process, to analyze discrepancies in source documents and financial records, to recognize types of accounting methods and systems, and to recognize the differences among various types of business organizations. (4 hours)

Analysis of financial statements This session provides methods for determining indicators of financial manipulation from information obtainable from business financial statements. Understand the components of financial statements, learn techniques for the analysis of financial statements, and learn to calculate, identify and interpret eight different ratios that are indicators of financial manipulation. Learn the most common financial manipulation methods and apply tests to determine which are being applied. Learn the most useful sources for confirmation of information employed in analyses. (4 hours)

Analysis of money manipulation Techniques are provided for the analysis of the subversion of financial institutions and identification of indicators of the manipulation of financial systems. Topics include: the nature of the systems that exist for processing money within a financial institution, transferring money among financial institutions within the United States, and transferring money internationally including to and from "offshore" institutions, the manner in which the legal flow of money can be subverted to further the aims of criminal enterprises, the sources of information that can be use to analyze financial manipulation, indicators of money manipulation and common approaches employed for money laundering. (6 hours)

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