text: The Targeting Process
  collection management team for each HPT. The information collection matrix accounts for PIRs and other
  intelligence requirements. The collection management team accounts for targeting intelligence requirements,
  if developed, in a targeting addendum to the information collection matrix. If the collection management
  team does not develop a targeting addendum, the team must graphically account for TAIs and HPTs through
  other means. For example, the team could add both TAIs and HPTs as columns to the information collection
  matrix or develop a supporting crosswalk of HPTs with supporting SIRs, NAIs, TAIs, an active NAI, and
  collection assets.
  2-35. The information collection matrix and information collection synchronization matrix are products used
  by the collection manager to ensure that collection tasks are tied to the scheme of maneuver in time and
  space, effectively linking reconnaissance and surveillance to maneuver and effects.
  2-36. The target priorities developed in the decide function are used to expedite the processing of targets. As
  a part of information collection, successfully acquiring and identifying HPTs, tracking HPTs, and conducting
  BDA are often critical to the success of the mission. This effort is collection asset-, intelligence analysis-,
  and support-intensive. Depending on circumstances, this effort is often controlled out of the current
  operations cell in conjunction with the targeting team and intelligence section. In some situations, a unit may
  choose not to conduct BDA on an HPT, but then the unit assumes an operational risk because it will not know
  the effects of fire on and the status of the HPT.
  Actions Within Detect
  2-37. The first portion of the detect function is positive identification. This is confirming the threat entity
  acquired in collection is in fact an HPT. Depending on the collection capability of this initial acquisition it
  may require the cueing of another asset to confirm identification of the HPT.
  2-38. Mobile HPTs present an additional requirement within the detection function. Tracking is often
  required to maintain a current target location. Tracking priorities are based on the commander's concept of
  the operation and targeting guidance. Target tracking requires a specific level of timeliness, accuracy, and
  detail necessary to support the execution of fires. The HPT is tracked as it either moves to the TAI as planned
  or as subsequent planning occurs to develop a new TAI to engage the target. In accordance with the TSS, the
  FSE tells the collection manager the degree of accuracy required and dwell time for a target to be eligible for
  engagement. The collection manager must match accuracy requirements to the TLE of the collection systems.
  If the target type and its associated signatures (for example, electronic, visual, and thermal) are known, the
  most capable collection asset can be directed against the target. The asset is positioned according to estimates
  of when and where the enemy target will be located.
  2-39. When an HPT is detected, the information is quickly disseminated to the FAIO, or designated targeting
  officer, located in the intelligence cell for necessary action. These actions include validating if the target is
  an HPT, and determining the target’s priority, and if the target complies with TSS. In those cases where
  identification of the HPT is too uncertain, the collection manager and current operations integration cell must
  cue other information collection assets to conduct further collection and the FAIO, or designated targeting
  officer, must notify the intelligence cell and targeting team of the need for subsequent analysis.
  2-40. As the assets collect information, it is forwarded to the intelligence analysts of the ACE. The ACE uses
  the information in developing situational awareness (SA) and situational understanding and target
  refinement. Continuous updates to the collection plan and ICSM are required as targets are detected. Once
  an HPT is identified, it is passed from G-2 to operations.
  Essential Target Information
  2-41. Target recommendations are passed from the G-2 to the FSE by a number of means either digital or
  analog. It is important that the essential information be passed for proper analysis and engagement to take
  place. At a minimum, the target report (digital or analog) must include the following:
  * Reporting agency.
  * Sensor type.
  * Report Date Time Group.
  * Acquisition Date Time Group.