1. Scope This multiservice document provides detailed tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) for conducting intelligence preparation of the battlespace (IPB) in support of theater missile defense (TMD) operations. TMD IPB reduces uncertainties with regard to terrain, weather, and adversary capabilities in order to develop potential adversary courses of action. The four step IPB methodology detailed in this publication is based on Joint Publication 2-01.3 Joint Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Joint Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace. 2. Purpose This publication provides the intelligence analyst the tools to support commander and staff planning and decision making at the joint, combined, multiservice, and service levels by providing a systematic, continuous, and common methodology for analyzing the adversary theater missile force. 3. Applicability
DesignationMCRP 2-3C
EditionFeb 2001
StatusActive
Pages289
FunctionRecon Intel
CollectionCurrent Doctrine