3.3: Critical Thinking and Long-Term Strategic Analysis

Foster critical thinking and promote long-term strategic analysis and warning through the use of advanced research methods and techniques.

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DIA will develop expertise in the use of advanced analytic methods and techniques that build on past knowledge. This includes the integration of critical thinking models and diverse perspectives in the development of analytic output. The Agency will provide customers with analytic judgments that clearly identify opportunities, vulnerabilities, and uncertainties. DIA will: • Create an environment for analysts to use critical thinking and basic structured analysis techniques to mitigate bias, understand mindsets, and incorporate competing views to help guide the national dialogue regarding threats to the United States and its interests. • Institutionalize forward-looking strategic analytic methods and techniques to increase long-term strategic analytic production to ensure warning of future threats.

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