FY 1982 RD&E PLANNING CYCLE (Sanitized)

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• Document Creation Date: December 15, 2016
• Document Release Date: August 11, 2003
• Sequence Number: 5
• Publication Date: July 13, 1979
• Content Type: MF

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MEMORANDUM FOR: Deputy Director for Administration
SUBJECT FY 1982 RDFE Planning Cycle (U)
1. We are again preparing to initiate a program
cycle for RD&E. The attached schedule for the FY 1982
RD&E Planning Cycle is very similar to last year's with
two exceptions: (U)
a. The cycle is earlier this year to permit
more meaningful interaction between our Directorates
and to allow for your full coordination and
evaluation of all proposals and,
b. We are asking you to rank your requirements
from.one to n at the time they are forwarded to
us.
the orderly and timely review of the individual
proposed projects, the aggregated program and monies,
and finally the total RDFE program. (U)
3. Your comments and suggestions are solicited
so that together we can build a comprehensive and
responsive RD&E program. Please forward your ranked
requirements tol Chief,. Planning and
2. The remaining steps in the schedule are self-
explanatory. In general they are designed to facilitate
Resources Staff, Room 6E68 Headquarters, extension
(U)
LESLIE C. DIRKS
Deputy Director
for
Science and Technology
Attachment:
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FY 1982 Requirements/Proposal/Budget Schedule
Jul 1979 Request from DDSFT to DDA for
prioritized long-term requirements
1 Aug 1979 Requirements from DDA to DDSU
13 Aug 1979
thru
14 Sep 1979
Project Officers in DDSFT meet with
DDA Offices to discuss individual
requirements and proposed solutions
1 Oct 1979 DDS&T proposals to DDA
19 Nov 1979 DDA consolidated rankings of DDS&T
proposals to DDS&T
14 Jan 1980
thru
15 Feb 1980 DDA-DDS&T final coordination of
FY 1982 support program
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DDA' FY-82 R&D REQUIREMENTS
Document Control/Protection
REQUESTING
REQUESTING OFFICE
OFFICE RANK
OS/TSD 1
Placement of Controlling Numbers on OL/SS
Classified Microfiche
Develop Methods for Providing Classifi- OS/ISSG
cation Markings for Computerized
Material
Future Strategies for Database Manage- ODP
ment
Database Technology for very large ODP
Databases
Improved Processing of Personnel OP 3
Transactions and Data ~.
Cost-Effective Replacement of Card- OP 4
typo Data Bases
Psychological Measures and Security OS/PB 2
Advanced Textual Database Management ODP 3
Pouch Security
OS/TSD 3
OS/TSD 12
OS/PSD 22
Plain Text Processing Equipment OC 2
Protection
Develop Tamper-Proof Housings for
Data Terminals, Work Stations and
Word Processors
OS/ISSG
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DDA'FY-82 R&D REQUIREMENTS
DDA
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REQUESTING
REQUESTING OFFICE
OFFICE RANK
Information Handling System/Device OC
Security Profiles
Development of Improved Means for ODP
Inexpensively Protecting Against
Compromising Emanations
OS/PB
OS/PB
OS/PB
OS/PB
OS/PB
Data Communications Strategies
for the Future
OS/PB
OS/PB
ODP
l0A Improvement in High Frequency Communi- OC
cations System
10B Distributed Computing Methodology ODP 6
and Strategies
11 A Need for Advanced Telephone OS/TSD 6
Security Concepts
Methodology. for Improving the Avail- ODP 7
ability of Computer Services
Videodisc Technology OTR
14 Optical Systems OS/TSD 8
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DDA FY-82 R&D REQUIREMENTS
REQUESTING
DDA
REQUESTING
OFFICE
RANK
TITLE
OFFICE
RANK
15
Advanced Receiving System
OS/TSD
9
16
Archival Storage of Electronic Data
ODP
8
17
Threat Studies
OS/TSD
15
17A
Local Oscillator Radiation
OS/TSD
11
17B
Typewriter Hazards
OS/TSD
20
18
Harmful Physiological Effects of ACM
Systems
OS/TSD
16
19
Measurement of Computer Center
Effectiveness
ODP
9
20
Computer Security
ODP
10
20A
User Identification and Authentication
ODP
12
20B
Develop a Security Approved Degausser
OS/ISSG
19
for Discs Used
ADP Systems
to Store
Information
in
20C Develop a Provably Secure Operating
System for Agency Data Processing
OS/ISSG
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Operations
21 Alternative to Magnetic Tape Storage
ODP
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22 Audio Countermeasures General Support OS/TSD
23
22A Physical Security General Support
OS/TSD
24
Secure Destruction of Classified
OL
Materiel that Provides for Recovery of
Metals Through Normal Salvage Channels
The Development of Wide-Ranging Man-
OP
power or Human Resources Planning
Techniques
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TITLE
REQUESTING
REQUESTING OFFICE
OFFICE RANK
Distributed Databases as a Means for ODP
Providing Improved Availability and
Responsiveness
Technology for Future Data Terminals
ODP 14
OS/TSD 17
Small Machine Micro-Coding ODP 15
Analytical Tools for the Intelligence ODP 16
Analyst
Integration of Programming Tools ODP 17
Automated Graphics OP 5
More Efficient Automated Office OF 1
Office Automation ODP 25
Internal Classification of Data Files ODP 18
Methodology for Insuring the Security ODP
of Agency Computer Data Created for
Non-Agency Use
Disaster Planning Strategies ODP 20
New Methodologies for Capturing Data ODP 21
Measuring Programmer Productivity ODP 22
System Design Methodology ODP 23
Security Model for Dealing with Human ODP 24
Source Information
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DDA FY-82 R$D REQUIREMENTS
REQUESTING
DDA REQUESTING OFFICE
RANK TITLE OFFICE RANK
40 Agency Strategies for Overseas Computer ODP
Support
41 Application of Micrographics to the OP
Personnel Data Base
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Document Control/Protection
The problem encompasses both the prevention of un-
authorized removal of classified documents from buildings
and the unauthorized copying of sensitive documents. 0 25
The Intelligence Community has come under severe
criticism lately because of a rash of leaks, stolen documents
and the ease with which individuals can exit a secure com-
pound with sensitive documents.on their person. The problem
is exemplified by the Boyce-Lee case, the Moore case, the
William Kampiles case, and numerous leaks to reporters in-
volving classified memos. While this problem has been
researched in the past with minimal success, it is hoped
that today's technology will offer more hope for a solution
which will at least impede those who at~t to thwart
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We would like to see the entire problem investigated
from control of copy machines and possible non-reproducable
paper to document tagging techniques. The Office of Security
realizes that some solutions may require severe limitations
and restrictions on how employees carry out their day to
day work assignments. Solutions would have to be weighted
according to effectiveness vs. inconvenience, so that proper
decisions could be made for long term programs. I 25
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Placement of Controlli Numbers on
Classified Microfiche
The problem of controlling unnumbered classified micro-
fiche has been a matter of concern in the Agency for a number
of years. In an effort to resolve the problem the Printing
and Photography Division (P$PD) recently requested the Bureau
of Census to develop a device allowing the placement of numbers
on microfiche. At the present time PEPD is uncertain whether
Census will be able to develop the device and, if successful,
what the projected final developmental costs will be. Should
Census be unable to develop the aforementioned device P1PD
would seek some internal research and development to help
resolve the problem. Attached is a memorandum for your pe-
rusal outlining the functional aspect of the ro osed device
as submitted to Census by our Systems Staff. I
WARNING NO11CE
INTELLIGENCE SOURCES
AND METHODS INVOLVED
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: DEVELOP METHODS FOR PROVIDING CLASSIFICATION
MARKINGS FOR COMPUTERIZED MATERIALS (A/IUO)
Research and development is required in the following
areas in order to develop approved methods for placing
security markings on classified materials: (A/IUO)
A. External
1. Printed Output
2. Video Display Devices
3. Computer Output Microfilm
B. Internal
1. Magnetic Media Data Sets
2. Automatic Classification By
a. Keywords or Context
b. Dataset Creation by Combining Two.
or More Datasets
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DDA #3
ODP # 1
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Future Strategies for Database Management (U)
ODP currently makes use of two database management
facilities (RAMIS and GIMS) for almost all applications re-
quiring generalized storage and retrieval of formatted data.
There has been a strong commitment within ODP to developing
standardized approaches to such problems, and this has resulted
in a continuing investment in improvement of the GIMS system.
Since that system was initially developed there have been a
number of new approaches to DBMS, and these developments con-
tinue. ODP needs to develop a strategy for an eventual
migration towards new techniques, either as modifications to
our current environment, or through the adoption of new
systems. In order to develop this strategy, we need to perform
objective evaluations of new techniques such as relational
structures and backend DBMS implementations, in the context
of our environment to determine which of these might offer
significant benefits. Techniques for handling graphics,
cartographic, and other specialized forms of data should be
investigated. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Database Technology for Very Large
Databases (U)
Some research attention is currently focusing on large
DBMS technology. In anticipation of less expensive storage
media and increasing applications requiring the Agency-oriented
study to evaluate this new technology. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Improved Processing of Personnel Transaction
and Data (U)
The software currently used by OP for the maintenance of
its data bases is not flexible or reliable. Given the increasing
rate at which new legislation and procedures are impacting on
the processing of personnel data, it is imperative that improved
ways be found to process the data. (A/IUO)
Requested:
Research into data base management system-, to see if
there are software packages available which could better serve
the data handling requirements of OP. (A/IUO)
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OP #4
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Cost-Effective Replacement of Card-type
Data Bases (U)
The Office of Personnel has many card based information
systems. These systems take up a large amount of space, are
hard to maintain, and do not provide for remote access of the
data. (A/IUO)
Request:
Design a desk top mini-computer system for the replacement
of these card based system. (A/IUO)
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DDA #4 OS #2
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Psychological Measures and Security
It seems highly likely that there is potentially use-
ful information about individuals which is not presently
being used in making security clearance decisions. Data in
psychological test scores probably have some relationship
to security problem behavior, but to date this source of
information has not been used, partly because no objective
studies have been done to establish specific relationship
Preliminary discussions have been held among OS, ORD,
OTS, and OMS relative to the initiation of a program to
develop such a capability, but no action has yet been taken.
Such a program should be undertaken, aimed at developing
test or observational items of known validity to aid in the
security evaluation of employment candidates in terms of
their likelihood of becoming security problems and in terms
of determining situations likely to result in problem behavior
While Polygraph Branch is the entity recommending this
program, there is no reason to assume Polygraph Branch to
the component best placed to collect all the desired infor-
mation once the enhanced screening program is under way,
and any constraints implicit in such an assumption should be
consciously avoided in the design of the R&D program. I 25X
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Advanced Textual Database Managements (U)
The Agency has invested considerable research dollars
towards the development of text searching capabilities (RSM
and HSTS). Technology in this area continues to advance,
and there is sufficient applicability of text searching to
the Agency environment to warrant additional research in this
area. Efforts should be made towards harnessing existing and
projected techniques to develop generalized text searching
facilities which could be cost-effectively applied to a range
of textual databases. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Pouch Security
A considerable effort has been made in FY 1978, 79, 80
and 81 to improve the Agency pouch system. It is anticipated
that future requirements will be more demanding and pouch
security technology will find more applications in our expanding
use of data terminals at field installations both for shipping
and protection. The Office of Security would like to see a
continuing effort in this area of technology through FY 1982.
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All techniques considered should follow past guidelines
for user convenience and acceptability.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Data Communications Strategies for the
Future (U)
A current ORD initiative on behalf of both OC and ODP
is studying communications network strategies for applica-
tion to the Agency's computing and communications facilities.
There is a need for continuing research involvement to in-
corporate new developments and to refine selected strategies
for the Agency environment. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: IMPROVEMENT IN HIGH FREQUENCY COMMUNICATIONS
modem with other OC projects intended to provide error correction
subsystem which makes use of OC's existing radio terminal equip-
ment. This subsystem must cost less than $15,000 per terminal
and provide data rates in the range of 75 to 2400 bps. The sub-
system should include the capability (as an option) of circuit
coordination via an inband order wire which does not require
magual Morse skill. An effective error rate of less than one in
10 bits should be enjoyed by the user. This low error rate
should be obtained by coordinating the development of the HF
(HF) radio communications can provide the leas ex ensive and
least vulnerable backup to satellite systems.
2. OC is faced with external forces which demand the
reduction of overseas radio relay facilities. It is also
becoming difficult to hire operators skilled in manual Morse.
In many situations the existing 100 word per minute radio
teletype links cannot handle the increasing volume of traffic.
3. The most cost effective method of attacking the
difficulties outlined above is to develop a new HF modulation
1. The Office of Communications, like many other
telecommunications elements of the government, is making ever
increasing use of satellite communications. Satellite systems
are excellent for providing day-to-day high volume cost
effective communications, but can become excessively expensive
for emergency requirements demanding extremely high reliability.
The consensus throughout the government is that high frequency
for all types of circuits.
altroute emergency communications for the next decade.
Office of Communications to accomplish the goal of improved HF
4. To meet this requirement, it is requested that an RDfE
effort be initiated to develop an HF modulation technique along
with hardware development, that will be usable with OC's exist-
ing HF network equipment. This development will then enable the
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ODP #6
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Distributed Computing Methodology and
Strategies (U)
Distributed computing technology continues to be touted
as effective in reducing cost, improving computing reliability
and availability, and in raising the level of customer satis-
faction. Currently, a study sponsored by ORD has been directed
towards communications and distributed processing technology.
Some continuing effort will be required to insure that the
latest improvements in this constantly changing field are
evaluated and that the technology is applied effectively. (A/IUO)
Point of Contact:
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: A Need for Advanced Telephone Security
Concepts
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Although an OTS telephone analyzer study is currently
on-going, a need exists for a continuing study program in
the area of advanced telephone security concepts. This
study would first identify any vulnerabilities that exist
in current telephones and systems used in Agency areas.
The study must be continued as new technology emerges and
better systems are deployed. Of particular interest at
this time is the family of computer aided systems, which
includes the WECO Dimension 2000. An additional facet of
this study would be to aid the Office of Security in deter-
mining whether to commit resources to the detection or the
protection phase of telephone security.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Methodology for Improving the Availability
of Computer Services (U)
One of ODP's continuing problems is our inability to
provide the level of computer availability desired by our
customers. Analytical techniques, such as modeling, could
be applied to studying proposed configurations to determine
potential availability flaws. In addition, new techniques
could be studied from the point of view of system availability
to terminal users, and new methods of measuring availability
based on statistics could be applied to this problem. (A/IUO)
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DDA #13 OTR #1
PROBLEM STATEMENT: .Videodisc Technology
ORD has already begun an R&D project dealing with
videodisc technology. The problem is one of assessing the
potential of videodisc technology as a possible medium for
mass prodution of educational, training, and home entertain-
ment programs while we are relying on state of the art
technology as the basis for our video programs. The problem
focuses'on not only advancements or progress in technology,
but also on the continuation of current teaching mediums to
be certain we have the required resources available to move
into this instructional technology.
The videodisc would seemingly offer opportunities in
language training (specifically the more difficult languages
and ideographs of the exotic languages) such that a student
might find he can make faster progress by having the video-
disc to reply on for verbal as well as written reinforcement.
The videodisc might also be used in skills instruction where
an individual could learn and review a subject at his/her
own pace. The videodisc may also be an effective way to
distribute information overseas if we decide to move in that
direction.
We would like to see the entire problem pursued from
technology advances on one hand to the applicability of the
videodisc in training and information distribution on the
other. The Office of Training recognizes that a solution
could eventually require a sizable change in our instruction
methodology as well as in our media production and playback
equipment. Such a dramatic change in training technology
would have to be weighed as to effectiveness vs. inconveni-
ence so that a proper balance can be struck between long
term programs and the replacement of existing media equipment
with advancing technology.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Archival Storage of Electronic Data (U)
There is currently no effective means, for insuring that
data written on conventional media, such as tapes and disks,
will be able to be reliably read after several years of in-
activity. Several trends increase the importance of this area
of research. Paper storage costs are rising, electronic
storage costs are decreasing, and communications and networking
are making more data available for archival storage. In
anticipation of eventual requirements for accumulating con-
siderably more data (such as all cables received by the Agency),
it would be wise to study mechanisms for improving data storage
reliability and decreasing storage costs. It should be possible
to develop mechanisms for archiving data in a form which is
readable by both people and machines. (A/IUO)
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DDA #19
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Measurement of Computer Center Effectiveness
(U)
The ODP computer centers have grown to a state of con-
siderable complexity. New configurations are introducted
weekly, often with system-wide implications. There is a need
for better means of determining (hopefully in advance) the
effect of configuration change, and for optimizing configura-
tions. Techniques such as modelling could presumably be
exploited for predicting performance and anticipating vul-
nerabilities. (A/IUO)
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computers to penetration. Improvements in operating system
security are occurring gradually, and this new technology
should be supported and evaluated for incorporation in the
Agency. (A/IUO)
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ODP #12
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Currently, users of ODP computer systems identify them-
selves by entering an identification code. The only means
currently employed to verify users is through a password
entered on a terminal or (once the ACF-2 facility is implemented)
typed on a computer card. As access control facilities are
installed, and the operating systems become more secure, it
will be desirable to employ more effective means for correctl
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ADP Systems
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Develop. a Security Approved Degausser
for Discs Used to Store Information in
be degaussed in an-approved secure manner.
With increasing frequency, the Agency and its contractors
are utilizing disc packs for the storage of classified infor-
mation in ADP systems. This has resulted in a large increase
in the number of discs which become damaged and worn out and
must be destroyed since the information they contain cannot
more necessary with each passing year.
In addition to causing a storage problem, the destruction
of these discs proves costly since manufacturers are willing
to provide a larger monetary rebate for all packs which are
returned with discs intact.
This is a current problem which will no doubt become
worse in the future. Development of an approved degaussing
method for discs is a present requirement which will become
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OS #26
PROBLEM STATEMENT: Develop a Provably Secure Operating
System for y Data Processing
Operations lI
With the recent approval of DCID 1/16 relating to the
security of Intelligence Community ADP systems processing
foreign intelligence data, there is now a formal require-
ment to accredit such systems for secure operation. A major
deterrent to formal accreditation is the fact that the
operating systems as they exist today, are highly susceptible
to penetration. II
Presently certain companies such as Philco-Ford and
Mitre Corporation are working on Kernelized Secure Operating
Systems (KSOS) and Provably Secure Operating Systems (PSOS).
It is anticipated that KSOS will be developed within a year
while PSOS may be at lease five years from implementation. E
The above mentioned security software relates only to
operating systems utilized by minicomputers and is not
applicable to large scale systems applicable to Agency
operations.
Additional RFD will be required to convert secure operating
systems Mh as KSOS and PSOS for Agency use in the ADP environ-
ment.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Alternatives to Magnetic Tape Storage (U)
ODP's magnetic tape library continues to grow, and with
it, there are accompanying difficulties in cost, management,
data reliability, and access time. While mass storage tech-
nology has apparently been floundering, there is some possi-
bility that new technology, such as video disks, may be effec-
tively applied to some portion of this continually growing
area. The goal of this research would be to determine when
and if such technologies will be mature enough to use in our
production environments. Read-only and read/write technologies
should be investigated. (A/IUO)
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Limited investigations are needed at times in general
support of technical surveillance countermeasures. Areas
of support may include quick reaction contract (QRC) programs,
test and evaluation of new and existing hardware, modification
of existing equipment, and other short-term support projects.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Physical Security General Support
Limited investigations are needed at times in general
support of physical security programs. Areas of support
may include quick reaction contract (QRC) programs, test
and evaluation of new and existing hardware, modification
of existing equipment, and other short-term support projects.
Past programs have included a market survey of commercially
available document tagging concepts and a tray for the
storage and destruction of microfiche.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: The Development of Wide-Ranging Manpower
or Human Resources Planning Techniques (U)
Manpower planning is concerned with arranging for the
right number of qualified individuals to be allocated to various
well-defined activities. The best structure adapted to the
purposes of the organization changes with time, and planning
has to take account of changing circumstances, to arrive at
a structure most appropriate in its own time, at least as
nearly as possible. In this sense, manpower planning is not
identical with personnel management. Conceptually, we view
the manpower planning activity as susceptible to both deter-
ministic and stochastic solutions and thus broader than just
dealing with the supply or number of people. (Although in
many instances such models will be highly satisfactory). R&D
is needed for improved tools and techniques that can accommo-
date the element of uncertainty associated with any estimates
and, if applicable, develop confidence statements in the
estimates themselves. Manpower planning typically deals with
such parameters as transfers, promotions, recruiting and
attrition. Though these parameters are mostly under the control
of management, the R&D of techniques should not be limited to
the direct elements under managerial control but should also
reflect external influences such as demographic facts, com-
petition for manpower by other organizations and the like.
With respect to Model(s) implementation, we view such activity
as being computer-based and user-oriented. With such imple-
mentation we would require the usual and straight-forward
test, evaluation and validation of software. The final phase
of R&D would be concerned with the fine tuning and adjustments
to the models to bring them into consonance with the dynamics
of manpower planning and usefulness to management. (A/II O)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Distributed Data Bases as a Means for
Providing Improved Availability and
Responsiveness (U)
With the advent of distributed processing, there has
been considerable research interest in the distribution of
data. There are well known problems in data base synchroni-
zation. With the development of a compatible GIMS system
on a minicomputer, ODP will have an excellent opportunity
to begin to experiment with portions of databases residing
in different modes of the ODP network. At present, we have
sufficient practical knowledge and experience to apply this
potentially useful technology. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Technology for Future Data Terminals (U)
The Agency has effectively applied standard terminals
to a wide variety of computing environments. The rapid change
in technology combined with the lengthy procurement process
imply that we should begin to develop the technological basis
for our next generation of standard Agency terminals. Display
technology, refresh techniques, and economics should be studied
in conjunction with projected requirements to determine the
fundamental characteristics of terminals which would be procured
5 years from now. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Small Machine Micro Coding (U)
Several years ago, there was an intensive ORD study
which looked into the potential benefits of Agency-sponsored
modifications to microprogrammable computers in order to
improve the efficiency of specific Agency computer programs
or systems. At that time, the study concluded that micro-
code in ODP's machines was not sufficiently approachable,
and that software performance enhancement could offer more
cost-effective improvement. The introduction of considerably
less expensive microcoded machines (such as the IBM 4331)
which can be used economically for a single system or problem,
may have created a more hospitable climate towards the appli-
cation of unique microcode. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Analytical Tools for the Intelligence
Analyst (U)
Of the several different facets of information processing
currently being integrated into the SAFE system, that aspect
receiving the least attention at this point is "analysis".
A significant amount of intelligence data will be available to
intelligence analysts under SAFE, and there is a potentially
great payoff in applying computer analytical techniques to the
manipulation of this data. Examples of potential "tools"
which would be provided to intelligence analysts include auto-
matic inferencing, correlation, charting, graphing, etc.
Fundamental exploratory research into the analysts needs and
the machines capabilities could provide the foundation for the
eventual implementation of the "analysis" function. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Integration of Programming Tools (e.g.
Database, Mathematical Programming Languages,
Text Processing) (U)
ODP continues to introduce a large variety of analytical
capabilities. These are typically implemented in "packages"
which operate independently. There is now some interest in
using these in a more integrated fashion. For example, it
should be possible to store data in a RAMIS database, mani-
pulate the data with APL, extracting certain data elements
for processing by the Mathematical Processing System (MPS)
displaying the data with the DISPLA software, and finally,
preparing a report automatically through Script. The goal
of this research would be the study of packages currently
in use or planned for ODP use and the outlining of an imple-
mentation strategy to permit these to be more effectively
integrated. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Automated Graphics (U)
In order to provide statistics in a meaningful manner,
the Office of Personnel produces a large number of graphs, bar
charts, pie charts and other graphic data. (A/IUO)
Request:
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capability. (A/IUO)
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The Agency has been very progressive in improving the
productivity and management in many of the varied professions
and disciplines involved in the intelligence process, however,
it is felt by this writer that millions are being wasted by
inefficient information handling at the general office level
(a office meaning a unit or branch within a major component).
The Office of Finance is currently involved in a long
range strategic planning study that is trying to look to the
future and develop long range goals in order to do more with
less. One way that we feel we can accomplish this goal is to
increase efficiency in our various unit offices by utilizing
advanced office technologies. We do not believe that we are
unique in this problem and therefore resent this problem
statement as a DDA or Agency goal.
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We would like to see R&D moneys utilized to look at the
feasibility of creating a "paperless office". We would like
to see a pilot office converted utilizing fully integrated
hardware such as word processing, computers, OCR, micrographics,
telecommunications, etc.
Such an office as described above does currently exist.
It is called Micronet and they are currently giving demonstra-
tions to show the feasibility of solving some of today's
information handling problems. Copies of some of their
handouts are attached.
It is recognized that the intelligence community is con-
cerned about the security of our records. It would appear
that the design features of this proposed R&D office would
include new technology that solve some of these problems.
For example, there would be no unauthorized copying of
sensitive documents. Hard copy reports from this proposed
office would only be produced in accordance with demand and
distribution. of all reports. could be tightly controlled by
computerized methods. Access to the data base would also be
tightly controlled
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ODP is rapidly developing new facilities to automate
office functions. The recent assignment of Agency word
processing responsibilities to ODP only increases the likeli-
hood that there will be increased requirements for automated
office technology in ODP systems. ODP could use assistance
in evaluating research in this dynamic area, and in formulating
an implementation strategy for word processing networks, text
processing facilities, tools for increasing managerial span
of control, and other technological advances. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Internal Classification of Data Files
This is a security requirement that has not been imple-
mented. The classification must be integral to the data file
and automatically created at the time of the data file creation.
The security tag should not be able to be modified by a user
except when the data file is erased and deleted from system
catalogs. This requirement includes data files residing on
disk, tape and other ADP media. A follow-on would be automatic
classification of computer output based on the highest level
of data accessed.II
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Methodology for Insuring the Security of
Agency Computer Data Created for Non-Agency
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With some frequency the ODP computing facilities are used
to develop data which will be transported through electronic
media to other computers outside of Agency control. For
example, tapes are regularly prepared for use on the classified
Internal Revenue Service Computers, and the application of
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) will increase the amount of
data leaving the centers.
Currently only cursory means are employed for verifying
that no classified data has either inadvertently or intentionally
contaminated unclassified tapes. Techniques such as statistical
sampling, check-summing, and pattern recognition could be
estigated and algorithms for verification could be developed.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Disaster Planning Strategies (U)
The Agency currently has only superficially planned for
potential disasters effecting computers and data storage.
Unfortunately, although there are numerous strategies for
averting disasters these have not been studied analytically
to determine the most cost effective and reliable means for
insuring that the computer facility is adequately prepared
for any of a range of potential threats. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: New Methodologies for Capturing Data (U)
Currently, ODP systems receive input from keypunch
machines, data entry devices, and (increasingly) from online
terminals. In the past, ORD has investigated the state of
Optical Character Reader (OCR) technology. With new emphasis
on office automation and electronic processing of textual
information, there is an increasing need for new effective
ways of capturing data which is not in electronic form. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Measuring Programmer Productivity (U)
ODP currently employs over 100 applications programmers
who perform various programming tasks for a wide variety of
customers. It would certainly be beneficial for the manage-
ment of these human resources if ODP managers could reliably
assess the individual productivity and effectiveness of our
programmers. Since progammers produce a product which is
capable of being analyzed by computer, there is some possi-
bility that computerized analytical techniques could be
applied to more objectively measure differences between pro-
grammers. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: System Design Methodology (e.g. Hier-
archical Design Language) (U)
Considerable academic research in the computer field
has been applied towards improving the software development
process. Included in these are the various design languages
which have been studied by an ORD contractor. There is cur-
rently some interest in ODP in the Hierarchical Design
Language concept. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Security Model for Dealing with Human
Source Information u
While ODP operates all of its computers within a secure
environment, with access restricted to cleared individuals,
we are aware of the ultimate vulnerability of our individual
computers to penetration. In light of this, and in consideration
of the highly sensitive nature of human source data, we currently
restrict applications requiring such data to a computing
environment which is isolated from the general service machines.
It has been difficult to assess the security implications of
current policies. Policy makers both in ODP and in the DDO
could use an improved analytical foundation for developing
security policy and for IIdentifying new ways to protect this
highly sensitive data.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Agency Strategies for Overseas Computer
Support (U)
The Agency is rapidly moving towards a massive increase
in overseas computer support. The fundamental character of
this type of data processing is sufficiently different from
domestic computing, that we should study alternatives for
effective use of overseas computing. Issues which would merit
considerable exploration include the degree of distribution,
integration with domestic hosts, maintenance issues, overseas
computing requirements, war-time implications, and other related
topics. (A/IUO)
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PROBLEM STATEMENT: Application of Microgra hics to the
Personnel Data Base (U)
The Office of Personnel is increasingly moving towards
the use of micrographics in order to cut down on the use of
paper and to provide backup for vital materials. (A/IUO)
Request:
Review the micrographics needs of the office of Personnel
and develop micrographics programs. (A/IUO)
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