Over-reliance on technology is another recurring theme.
While advanced technology can enhance surveillance capabilities, it can also create dependencies, leaving operations vulnerable if equipment fails or if adversaries develop counter-surveillance measures.
Finally, human error remains a leading cause of surveillance mishaps.
Complacency, lack of training, or psychological pressures can lead operatives to make avoidable mistakes.
To prevent these mistakes, the book recommends rigorous planning, realistic scenario training, and continuous reassessment of protocols.
It also emphasizes adaptability—ensuring that operatives can think on their feet and respond to unexpected developments.
Improving communication channels and ensuring all team members have access to critical intelligence are other key measures.
Finally, the book stresses the importance of balancing human intelligence with technological tools to avoid reliance on any single source.
By learning from past mistakes, surveillance professionals can conduct more effective, secure, and discreet operations in the future, minimizing risks and enhancing overall mission success.
390 pages.