Our Mission
To cultivate brilliant solutions by synthesizing human ingenuity and artificial intelligence.
"At Stratir, we bridge the gap between traditional intelligence methodologies and emerging technological capabilities. Our approach combines the irreplaceable value of human analytical thinking with the pattern-recognition strengths of artificial intelligence, creating a synthesis that exceeds the capabilities of either approach on its own."
Excellence
We commit to the highest standards in all our work, from research methodologies to delivery of training and insights.
Innovation
We continuously explore new approaches, technologies and methodologies to enhance intelligence capabilities.
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our operations, recognizing the responsibility that comes with intelligence work.
Leadership
Guided by expertise in intelligence methodologies and technological innovation.
Vance Poitier
Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Vance brings a myriad of experience to Stratir, having worked at the intersection of traditional analytical methodologies and emerging technological capabilities throughout his career.
His approach acknowledges the foundations laid by Richards J. Heuer, author of "Psychology of Intelligence Analysis", while recognizing the limitations of traditional frameworks. Vance aims to utilize methods that address both over-confidence and under-confidence in analytical work, with a commitment to scientific validation rather than institutional dogma.
This balance forms the philosophical core of Stratir's approach: synthesizing human ingenuity with artificial intelligence capabilities to create brilliant solutions for complex intelligence challenges.
"The most sophisticated AI systems still require human judgment to interpret context, apply ethical considerations, and understand subtle cultural nuances. Our approach at Stratir leverages the strengths of both worlds."
Our Core Capabilities
We synthesize human ingenuity and artificial intelligence across four key domains.
OSINT Training
Our comprehensive open-source intelligence training programs develop advanced research and verification skills for professionals across sectors.
Key Features:
- Structured methodology training based on intelligence community best practices
- Platform-specific techniques for social media, deep/dark web, and specialized sources
- Verification strategies to combat misinformation and disinformation
- Ethical considerations and legal compliance in intelligence gathering
- Custom training programs tailored to specific organizational needs
Our Philosophical Approach
We bridge traditional intelligence methodologies with emerging capabilities.
Our philosophical approach recognizes a fundamental truth: despite decades of intelligence 'transformation' efforts, erroneous analytic assessments persist throughout the intelligence community. Traditional training rooted in mid-twentieth century psychology focuses primarily on checking over-confidence and cognitive rigidity while neglecting equally problematic under-confidence and excessive volatility.
We believe the path forward requires transcending conventional wisdom. While we acknowledge the foundations laid by Richards J. Heuer, we recognize these frameworks have never been systematically validated against objective benchmarks of good judgment. Our methodology balances human analytical capabilities with artificial intelligence, but insists on scientific validation rather than institutional dogma.
Stratir's approach incentivizes viewing analytical frameworks as means to the end of improved accuracy, not rigid procedures to be followed blindly. We embrace the transformative potential of AI while maintaining the irreplaceable human elements of judgment, ethics, and contextual understanding.
Scientific Validation
We commit to adopting scientifically validated methodologies and regularly testing our training approaches to prevent institutionalizing new dogmas or unexamined practices.
Balanced Judgment
We address both over-confidence and under-confidence in analytical work, creating frameworks that promote accuracy through balanced judgment rather than procedural compliance.