We are faced with a potential embarrassment of riches as the discipline of intelligence is now spreading fast across the commercial sector. This presents rewarding opportunities for those working in this field as companies identify the value of intelligence in delivering a competitive advantage and a proactive stance towards risks and opportunities. There is a [...]
It is a fact that most intelligence work is not that glamorous, and intelligence analysts will only occasionally get to deliver dynamic assessments to the management board, pull people out of far-flung places in the nick of time or forestall the next crisis. This may come as something of a shock to those intending to [...]
What is it we believe and why? A pretty big question without a pint of good ale to hand maybe, but nevertheless relevant given all of the information of which we are in receipt every day. Of course, that we have such flows of information today is amazing, and something we could not have imagined [...]
A great deal of effort is expended looking into the past at unexpected events, under-performance, operational failures and so on. This is just our natural human instinct to seek understanding of what has happened, particularly if it was a damaging incident. Many of you will recognise that you are stuck in a system focussed on [...]
Intelligence is one of those peculiar terms with different connotations depending on your particular experience or standpoint. Most definitely intelligence in certain circles has sinister undertones, perhaps accompanied by the view that it should be restricted to military and government work only. Whilst information, as an expression, is often used interchangeably with intelligence and can [...]
Can anything be more fascinating than knowing how and why we think in the way we do. There have been many illuminating books and articles on this subject by some brilliant people. The human mind is amazing, but it does have limitations (hey tell me about it) and sometimes does some surprising things. What interests [...]
Doctrine is never the most exciting of subjects, but spare me a few moments and let me justify your time. I know there are many with the view that intelligence work is more about the art of common sense than a science of deduction. There are indeed people in the intelligence business who do not [...]
Few would be willing to admit to that of their own company perhaps, but we are often happy to recognise this condition in our competitors or other companies. I wonder though if we are being completely honest about our own operations and decision-making. Image by courtesy of http://onewaystock.com/ For instance, it is [...]
The MD of QRO Global, Martyn Denton, comments on the application of intelligence in challenging regions. Download the article "Intelligence and Planning in High Risk Environments". Do you want to understand better the business dynamics in your sector? Are you looking for options to drive forward your business in a challenging environment? To find out [...]
The MD of QRO Global, Martyn Denton, comments on the application of intelligence in manufacturing sectors. Download the article 'The Role of Business Intelligence in Manufacturing' or visit the Real Business Website. Do you want to understand better the business dynamics in your sector? Are you looking for options to drive forward your business in a [...]
