text: FM 2-22.3
  Chapter 10
  Reporting
  10-1. Reporting is the final and in many cases the most vital phase in
  HUMINT collection. If the collected information is not reported accurately, in
  a timely manner, in the proper format, and to the correct recipient, it cannot
  become part of the all-source intelligence product or tip in time to affect
  operational decisions. Information that would support targeting must be
  reported by the fastest means possible.
  REPORTING PRINCIPLES
  10-2. The HUMINT collector must be able, in a written report, to convey to
  the user the information obtained from a source. Therefore, the following
  principles of good report writing are to be followed:
  • Accuracy. Accurately reflect the information obtained from the source.
  Reporter comments and conclusions must be clearly identified as such.
  • Brevity. Report all relevant information; however, the report should be
  brief, to the point, and avoid unnecessary words.
  • Clarity. Use simple sentences and understandable language. Proper
  grammar and punctuation are a must. Another team member, if
  possible, should read the reports to ensure clarity.
  • Coherence. Present the information in a logical pattern based on
  standard reporting formats.
  • Completeness. Report all information collected. The collector should
  not filter information since all information is of interest to an analyst.
  Report negative responses to pertinent topics to prevent a
  misunderstanding or duplication of effort in subsequent questioning
  based on SDRs.
  • Timeliness. Report information as soon as operationally feasible. Most
  collection requirements contain a LTIOV as part of the requirement.
  While written reports are preferable, critical or time-sensitive
  information is passed by the most expedient means available.
  • Releasability. Include only releasable information in reports that are to
  be shared with multinational units. When possible, reports to be
  shared with multinational units should be kept to the appropriate
  classification to ensure the widest dissemination of the reported
  information.
  REPORT TYPES
  10-3. There are two major categories for reporting information: operational
  reports and source administrative reports. Figure 10-1 shows the HUMINT