Episode 65 — Close stakeholder feedback loops for iteration
The final stage of a mature intelligence lifecycle is the closing of the feedback loop, where stakeholder input is used to drive the continuous improvement and iteration of your analytical products. This episode focuses on the "service-oriented" nature of intelligence, emphasizing that your reports must evolve as the needs of your audience and the tactics of the adversary shift. We discuss how to use formal meetings and surveys to capture "user experience" data, identifying which parts of your reports are helping leaders decide and which parts are considered "technical noise." For the GCTI exam, you should understand how feedback is used to refine original intelligence requirements and to retire collection efforts that are no longer adding value to the mission. Practical application involves maintaining a "change log" to show your stakeholders that their input is directly shaping the technical direction of the intelligence team. By closing the feedback loop for iteration, you ensure that your program remains a sharp, indispensable, and highly relevant instrument for the defense of the enterprise. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
