text: Appendix F
  F-5. The second section of the TIF contains the essential target information. The essential target information
  includes how the target functions, supports the target system, and its description, among other relevant
  categories that aid a validation authority in determining the validity of a target. Essential target information
  typically includes:
  * Target Significance- A target significance statement should address target affiliation and
  importance to the threat's target system(s) or the capability it provides to the threat ("This target is
  important to the system because. . ." or "This target provides the threat with the capability to. . .").
  It should neither state nor re-state the targets’ function, functional characterization, or expectation
  statement, nor should it be a continuation of the target. Rather, it should relay the target's value
  given its identified function(s) and relationship to the system and threat.
  * Target Description- Aids in identifying and characterizing the target and differentiating the target
  from similar or collocated potential targets. The distinguishing features used for the target do not
  necessarily support the target's function; rather, this remark uniquely characterizes the target from
  other potential targets. Target description statements vary by target type and consist of physical
  descriptions, unique aspects, and/or patterns of life sufficient to identify and distinguish the target
  from similar or collocated targets.
  * Functional Characterization- Functional characterization must define the specific actions or
  activities that the target accomplishes, or the capabilities it provides to the target system. Many
  targets have multiple functions (especially individuals), and there is utility in considering more
  than just its primary function. The functional characterization statement provides the space and
  flexibility to describe multiple secondary functions that fall under a single, primary function. The
  functional characterization should reflect when a facility type target is a dual-use facility. Clearly
  identify in the functional characterization statement the primary functions representing both the
  civilian and military functions of a dual-use facility.
  * Expectation Statement- The focus of the target expectation statement is not the target itself, but
  the affect(s) on the target system and threat capability with which it is associated. The target
  expectation statement should address the following questions:
   (1) How will neutralizing the target's function affect the target system or threat capability
  (such as, minimal, moderate, or significant operational or psychological impact)?
   (2) What is the estimated degree of impact on the target system (such as, short, medium, or
  long-term effect)?
   (3) What is the functional recuperation time estimate for the target if the target's function is
  neutralized?
   (4) What distinct short/long-term military or political advantage/disadvantage to the joint
  force do we expect if the target's function is neutralized, delayed, disrupted, or degraded?
   (5) What is the expected threat reaction to loss or degradation of the target's function(s)?
   Intelligence Gain Loss Statement- Describes potential intelligence gains or losses resulting
  from affecting the target. Descriptions of the type of intelligence gained, the intelligence
  value, any known or potential mitigation techniques, the anticipated significance of the loss
  or preservation of the intelligence, and an engagement recommendation.
  F-6. This is by no means an all-inclusive list. Aspects such as commander's guidance, unit SOPs, or mission
  may affect the specific essential target information captured in a TIF. Concerns are one form of additional
  information that can be included in this section of a TIF. They can include collateral concerns derived from
  collateral damage estimation, law of armed conflict concerns derived from the assessment of a target
  potentially being used for military or civilian purposes, or political concerns derived from the potential
  ramifications of effecting a target tied to political individuals or organizations.
  F-7. The last section of the TIF is the supporting intelligence. Supporting intelligence is the intelligence
  supporting the statements made about the target in the essential target information section. In the example
  TIF, supporting intelligence is listed in two ways and two locations. The first is in the data block on the first
  page of the TIF. This is intended to list the total number of intelligence reports supporting this TIF, by
  intelligence discipline if capable. The second method and location for listing supporting intelligence is
  through subsequent pages of the TIF, and in as many additional pages as necessary. Preferably by intelligence
  discipline, intelligence reports are listed with report number, classification, and brief description of report.