I was recently asked “What do intelligence reports

do?  They appear worthless!”

I found the question both funny and ironic.  Unfortunately, I had to gently deliver some uncomfortable

news.

 

There is a fundamental difference between intelligence

and the ability to apply it effectively to make better decisions.  Intelligence is the distillation and

organization of data that is analyzed and assessed to draw meaningful

conclusions.  These insights often

highlight risks and opportunities, serving as a foundation for better

decisions.

 

However, intelligence alone doesn’t guarantee action or

success.  It takes someone with knowledge

and experience to interpret these insights within a specific context, align

them with goals, and uncover actionable strategies to address potential risks or

opportunities. This process enables smarter decisions and often provides a

competitive edge advantage.

 

Simply put: “Intelligence is useless without the wisdom

to meaningfully apply it.”

 

In this case, the person dismissing threat intelligence as “worthless”

failed to understand how to use it. Intelligence reports don’t necessarily dictate

actions—they empower decision-makers with the information they need to act. The

value lies not in the report itself, but in the expertise to leverage it.

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Matthew Rosenquist

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