Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com FM 34-54 The TECHINT CCIR and SIR and the prioritized TECHINT collection list normally are found in the TECHINT Appendix to the Intelligence Annex to the operations order (OPORD) at all echelons maneuver brigade or group and above. Through all-source analysis, the JTIB and JCMEC template are where items of TECHINT interest are most likely to be found on the battlefield. This is referred to as "TECHINT templating." Appropriate units are notified, through intelligence, that these items may be within their areas of operations and are tasked for collection through collection management channels.
The taskings must be translated into terms that combat, support, and specific collectors can understand. The taskings should include a TECHINT target folder (TTF). Figure 4-2 shows an example of a TTF. At a minimum, the TTF should include a description of the item, with what major combat systems the item is associated, as well as handling instructions, reporting instructions, and a photograph or sketch if available. The JCMEC and Corps level CMEC (Forward) are responsible for producing TTFs. 1. General information: a. Target folder inventory/index. b. Record of changes/updates. c. Validation/review sheet. d. Target identification data— (1) Name. (2) Description.
(3) Photographs or sketches (imagery showing location on major end item if TECHINT item is subcomponent). (4) Country of origin. (5) Other equipment associated with materiel. (6) General description/significance (brief explanation of importance of materiel in terms of direct results should its use be denied partially or totally). (7) Type of unit materiel is associated with (unit designation if available). (8) Disposition instructions. (9) References. Figure 4-2. TECHINT target folder. Additionally, the JCMEC must develop TECHINT-related indicators and SOR for other intelligence disciplines to augment and complement the single-source TECHINT effort.
One example would be the development of TECHINT-related screening questions for EPWs as they are processed. Another might be to request that imagery analysts keep an 4-2