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Step 2 — Directing collection to fill the gaps After the analysts have compieted this process, the next step is to collect the information we need to resolve the intelligence gaps that remain, At Headquarters, the Ol issues reports listing the remaining gaps. Based on these lists, investigators on squads, in resident agencies, and on task forces are then tasked to collect the needed information using all available investigative tools, including cultivation of new sources. In instances where a national information gathering effort is required, collection may be coordinated through the NJTTF, bringing the significant resources of our federal, state, and municipal partners to bear on the problem. Step 3 — Answering the questions Once we have gathered sufficient information to resolve a particular gap, agents and analysts consolidate and analyze the information collected and generate intelligence products for the widest possible audience. Intelligence Infarmation Reports (I/Rs) are issued to share raw intelligence. intelligence Assessments are issued to share value-added assessments of criminal or national security threats. Step 4 ~ Ensuring the answers get to the right people The final step is to share those intelligence products as widely as possible. Dissemination is coordinated by Headquarters intelligence entities and by FIGs in the field Baselining of Sources On December 15, 2003, we directed ali field offices to enter information into a database on every collection source they have, the source’s history and motivation for working with us, and what information that source is providing. This effort is helping us to know what sources we have, what we should be reporting in intelligence products from those sources, and where we have key gaps in our collection capability that must be filled through targeted collection strategies Analytical Assets Since September 11, 2001, we have taken a number of important steps to build an analytic workforce capable of addressing the new threat environment. Hiring—We have hired 460 analysts, and we are working to hire hundreds more in 2004 We also implemented a comprehensive recruitment strategy for analysts that includes a targeted marketing plan, develapment of a team of 20. analysts trained to serve as analyst recruiters, and a new tuition reimbursement plan. Training—We created the College of Analytical Studies to provide analysts with a formal training program. The curriculum was developed with recommendations and participation from the CIA’s Sherman Kent School, the Joint Military Intelligence College and private educational institutions. In FY 2003, the College of Analytical Studies trained 932 FBI and 14 DOJ personnel. The training cansisted of basic and advanced courses at Quantico, as well as CIA courses for FB! personnel in the field. 29 000000368 eae aa “a Be Mee