The Intelligence Cycle

The intelligence cycle is the process by which raw information is developed into finished intelligence. It consists of five phases:

Phase 1: Direction
Phase 2: Collection
Phase 3: Processing
Phase 4: Analysis
Phase 5: Dissemination

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