Behavior Analysis

Action or Behavior Analysis Template

Purpose

To build upon the latest doctrine TM 3-53.11 Influence Process Activity: Target Audience Analysis Chapter 2 by providing a more in-depth analysis of a specific behavior in a particular area. This template aims to produce a shared understanding of the behavior and relevant actors, locations, obstacles, symbols, etc., associated with it.

The capability required to conduct behaviors and the opportunity to perform the behavior and intermediate behaviors may vary significantly depending on the area, from country to country down to street by street.

This is NOT a MISO-only analysis, as it may include and benefit all other units operating in the area. The MISO desired behavior may differ from the behavior identified and analyzed in this process; it may consist of several analyzed behaviors that are intermediate steps toward a broader MISO desired behavior.

This template is also available on SIPR with the same name.

How To Use Template

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3. Replace all placeholders enclosed in double square brackets (e.g., BEHAVIOR_HERE, COUNTRY_HERE) with your specific information.
4. Search for the term "DESIRED_BEHAVIOR in COUNTRY_HERE".

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BEHAVIOR_HERE in COUNTRY_HERE

Action or Behavior: BEHAVIOR_HERE

Location: COUNTRY_HERE

Behavior Breakdown and Analysis

Behavior Timeline

• Instances of the Behavior
  • Document specific instances when the behavior has occurred.
• Where does the behavior occur?
  • Specify geographic locations (regions, cities, specific sites).
• When does the behavior occur?
  • Include dates, times, and frequency.
• Duration of the Behavior
  • Indicate how long each instance lasts.

Supporting Behaviors Required

• Identify all supporting behaviors necessary for the main behavior to occur.
  • List and describe each supporting behavior in sequence.
• Timeline of Supporting Behaviors
  • Create a chronological timeline showing when supporting behaviors occur relative to the main behavior.

Obstacles and Challenges Encountered

• Document obstacles or challenges that have been encountered during supporting behaviors.
  • Physical barriers
  • Legal restrictions
  • Social opposition
  • Resource limitations

Associated Symbols and Signals

• Identify symbols or signals that have been associated with the supporting behaviors.
  • Cultural symbols
  • Gestures
  • Codes or signals used for coordination

Required Capabilities (Physical, Cognitive, Social, Economic)

• Detail the capabilities required to perform the supporting behaviors.
  • Physical capabilities (skills, tools)
  • Cognitive capabilities (knowledge, planning)
  • Social capabilities (networks, group coordination)
  • Economic capabilities (funding, resources)

Social Norms and Pressures

• Describe the social norms or pressures connected with the supporting behaviors.
  • Cultural expectations
  • Peer pressure
  • Traditional practices

Motivations and Drivers

• What motivates individuals to engage in the behavior?
  • Document known motivations based on data (e.g., personal benefits, ideological beliefs).

Consequences and Outcomes

• What have been the consequences of the behavior for the actors and the community?
  • Positive outcomes
  • Negative repercussions

Environmental and Situational Factors

• Identify environmental factors that have influenced the behavior.
  • Political climate
  • Economic conditions
  • Technological availability

Strategies That Have Impacted the Behavior

• Document strategies that have previously impacted the behavior.
  • Include example strategies, whether they increased or decreased the behavior.
  • Describe how these strategies affected the behavior.

Target Audience Refinement Based on Supporting Behavior

Potential Primary Target Audiences

1. Primary_TA_1
2. Primary_TA_2

Potential Secondary Target Audiences

1. Secondary_TA_1
2. Secondary_TA_2

Engaging Actors

• Who is currently engaging (or has engaged) in the behavior or supporting behaviors?
  • Identify specific groups or demographics.

Beneficiaries

• Who has benefited from the behavior or supporting behaviors or actions?
  • List direct and indirect beneficiaries.

Harmed Parties

• Who has been hurt by or perceives themselves to be harmed by the behavior or supporting behaviors?
  • Identify opposing groups or unintended victims.

Influencers and Stakeholders

• Who has directly or indirectly influenced the supporting behavior of the primary actors?
  • Leaders
  • Organizations
  • Media

Enablers and Supporters

• Who has enabled the behavior or supporting behaviors?
  • Sponsors
  • Suppliers
  • Facilitators

Opposers and Detractors

• Who has opposed the behavior or supporting behaviors?
  • Competitors
  • Regulatory bodies
  • Community groups

Additional Notes

• Cultural Considerations
  • Note any relevant cultural factors.
• Legal and Ethical Implications
  • Highlight any legal or ethical issues.