Treacherous waters… Piracy, terrorism, chaotic weather, competition. They all have an effect on your bottom line if they do not place your people into direct harm. You’re in business to survive. The oceans themselves are barriers, yes, but your greatest dangers arise from the human predators that travel constantly upon them. It is a danger that has had ten thousand years of history to draw upon. Are you confident that your ships, cargoes, and crews are safe – all of the time? Creative intelligence practices can be implemented that will enshroud your operations, providing your assets with a 360° sphere of expectation. Intelligence that will permit you to make intelligent decisions – both at home and at broad.

Ten Things to Consider About Maritime Intelligence: Is your intelligence source versed in both your area of operation and the maritime industry? Is your intelligence source prejudiced by politics? Are your intelligence assets creative or linear? Are you provided with both tactical and strategic assessments? Are your reports provided in simple, easy to understand language? Are your reports tailored to your needs or just that of your particular industry? How well can your intelligence provider predict the future outside of known data? Is your intelligence provider military-oriented or just business-oriented? How dedicated is your intelligence provider to your overall mission? Are you prepared to win, or just survive?