Introduction

摘要

Several major trends affect the roles and capabilities of modern analysts. First, the global dissemination of sensors and the internet of things (in which physical entities have embedded sensors, processing, and communications capabilities) provide near ubiquitous, global sensing, with a resulting tsunami of data. Second, cloud-based computing provides opportunities for individuals to access near infinite computing power for advanced modeling. Third, a new generation of intelligence analysts and intelligence information users is emerging. These net-generation analysts and users are thoroughly familiar with Open Source information, participate in social networks, and "hive mind" collaboration, and generally utilize all of the emerging capabilities of hand-held computer/sensor systems.