Army Vision 2010: Integrating Measurement and Signature Intelligence

Abstract : As a critical component of information dominance for Army Vision 2010, will the Army be prepared to capitalize on all the capabilities Measurement and Signature Intelligence (MASINT) can provide? This monograph answers the question by building a case in four key areas. The first section sets the stage with a synopsis of the strategic environment in which the Objective Force could operate. Specifically, the monograph addresses how MASINT affects battlespace dominance. The second section reviews MASINT definitions and the unique capabilities MASINT provides decision-makers from the national to the tactical level. To capitalize on MASINT capabilities by 2010, Army intelligence must develop a coherent transformation plan. The third section concentrates on MASINT training. The monograph identifies how the Army trains today for MASINT and assesses whether or not this training will support our efforts to capitalize on MASINT by the year 2010. The final section analyzes the research while presenting recommendations that answer the question about the Army's ability to capitalize on all MASINT capabilities by the year 2010. Recommendations include centralizing the MASINT training process, re-evaluating MASINT personnel management and developing a tenable advocacy for Army MASINT within the United States MASINT System.