Intel Academy · Contents · Chapter 2 · Nederlandse versie
Chapter 2: The Intelligence Cycle
The six phases that turn information into usable intelligence: from Direction to Feedback, plus PIR, FFIR, EEFI and the link to IPB and MDMP.
2.1Purpose and overview
The Intelligence Cycle describes how intelligence is produced — IPB is the analytical framework running inside it.
Read §2.1 →2.2The six phases
Each phase has its own purpose, questions and products — and each phase can be the weakest link.
Read §2.2 →2.3Intelligence requirements: PIR, FFIR and EEFI
Intelligence work is driven by requirements. Three categories together form the commander's CCIR.
Read §2.3 →2.4Relationships, best practices and practice
The cycle doesn't stand alone: it feeds IPB, supports every MDMP step and demands discipline in execution.
Read §2.4 →