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  Biographic Intelligence
  Economic Intelligence
  Sociological Intelligence
  Transportation and Telecommunications Intelligence
  Military Geographic Intelligence
  Armed Forces Intelligence
  Political Intelligence
  Science and Technological Intelligence
  • Biographic intelligence is the study of individuals of actual or
  potential importance through knowledge of their personalities and
  backgrounds. For further guidance on collecting and reporting
  biographic intelligence, see DIAM 58-12 (S//NF). The subcomponents
  are—
   Educational and occupational history—civilian and military
  backgrounds of individuals.
   Individual accomplishment—notable accomplishments of an
  individual's professional or private life.
   Idiosyncrasies and habits—mannerisms and unusual lifestyles.
   Position, influence, and potential—present and/or future positions of
  power or influence.
   Attitudes and hobbies—significant interests that may affect an
  individual's accessibility.
  • Economic intelligence studies economic strengths and weaknesses
  of a country. The subcomponents are—
   Economic warfare—information on the diplomatic or financial steps
  a country may take to induce neutral countries to cease trading with
  its enemies.
   Economic vulnerabilities—the degree to which a country's military
  would be hampered by the loss of materials or facilities.
   Manufacturing—information on processes, facilities, logistics, and
  raw materials.
   Source of economic capability—any means a country has to sustain
  its economy (for example, black market trade, legitimate business or
  trades, and imports and exports).
  • Sociological intelligence deals with people, customs, behaviors, and
  institutions. The subcomponents are—
   Population—rates of increase, decrease, or migrations.
   Social characteristics—customs, morals, and values.
   Manpower—divisions and distribution within the workforce.
   Welfare—health and education.
   Public information—information services within the country.
  • Transportation and telecommunications intelligence studies
  systems dedicated to and used during military emergencies and
  peacetime.