Question: Assignment Objectives

Describe and discuss information sharing and knowledge management technologies used to facilitate information sharing and intelligence gathering among Homeland Security agencies.

Information-Sharing Technologies and Intelligence Gathering

Information-sharing techniques and technologies include multiple methods based on their focus or limitations. HUMINT (human intelligence), sensors, surveillance, biometrics, and fusion centers all contribute to the massive effort to collect, analyze, and act on relevant information related to the safety and security of the nation.

Write 300-400 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas:

Select 3 of the following information-collecting methodologies used by homeland security agencies:

HUMINT (human intelligence)

Sensors

CCTV surveillance

Biometric scanning

Fusion centers

Data mining/data profiling

Address the following for each of your 3 selected technologies:

Do you feel that the technology is effective with regard to its intended purpose? Why or why not?

In your opinion, what limitations are present with the technology in its current state? Explain.

Consider both technological limitations and human use limitations.

How often, if at all, do you feel that the technology is used outside of its intended purpose? Explain.

How difficult do you think it would be to use the technology for illegal activity? Explain.

What impact do you think your selected technologies have on homeland security agencies?

What impact do you think the selected technologies have on the general population of the United States? Explain.