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Want to learn more about Centres of Excellence? The latest edition of the COE Catalogue has just been published by NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT). “The COEs have proven themselves to be indispensable assets in strengthening our collective defense capabilities.” (SACT Admiral Pierre Vandier) Explore the newest edition of the Catalogue of Centres of Excellence for more information: https://lnkd.in/exYDgX7g

🔁 Transformation isn’t a one-time goal - it’s an ongoing process. “What makes us better as an Alliance is training,” said Admiral Pierre VANDIER, NATO’s new Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, during his recent visit to the NATO Joint Warfare Centre. He emphasized how essential training and warfare development are in ensuring #NATO stays ahead of emerging threats.   ⚔️ During the visit, Admiral Vandier and the team discussed how NATO can continue to enhance its combat capabilities through updated doctrine, advanced technologies, and a focus on readiness. Key facts about the NATO Joint Warfare Centre: ✅ It is NATO's premier training facility for full-spectrum joint operational- and strategic-level warfare, ensuring the Alliance's readiness. ✅ The Centre is implementing its 2030 Transformation Programme to deliver substantive and sustainable change to meet the Alliance's level of ambition. This includes a focus on people, organization, processes, infrastructure, and technology. ✅ It is also integrating cutting-edge technology to keep the Alliance prepared for future challenges and threats. More about the visit: https://lnkd.in/ezesirUi  #WeAreNATO #Transformation #Innovation #Training #MilitaryReadiness #Defense #Leadership

Attend our 8th annual Defence Transformation conference from 24-26 September, 2024 in London, UK, where the three-day event will feature an updated format that will address all aspects of innovation across the defence sector and will provide a platform for the sharing of knowledge to encourage real changes that benefit the entire industry. Big thank you to our Four-Star Lead Partner Leonardo for signing up again this year! Defence Transformation 2024 will welcome an audience of military leaders, government officials, defence consultants, and industry experts to discuss key issues including: 🔹 The importance of investing in people and skills in order to create an agile, innovative force that has the correct mindset for the adoption of new capabilities. 🔹 Transforming the enterprise to allow more efficient procurement and supply chain activities, while discussing observations from specific case studies with the aim of building resilience in these areas. 🔹 Deploying new technology and capabilities to the front line at pace so that the warfighter is trained and equipped to keep up with international progress across all domains. View the agenda here: https://lnkd.in/dRUi4Tuj Save up to £300 and book by Friday 28th June. Get your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/emZq5E8e #DefenceTransformation2024 #disruptivetech #Defence #conference

Air Vice-Marshal Fin Monahan highlighted Strategic Command's crucial role in developing publications that will underpin our military's future capabilities at the Defence iQ conference. By evolving our concepts based on future projections and joint doctrine from lessons learned, we ensure our forces remain agile, adaptable, and interoperable with our allies. The conference served as a valuable forum for exploring innovation across the Defence sector; with insightful discussions on talent development, procurement efficiency, and the rapid deployment of new technologies. #DefenceTransformationUK2024

💥 This is HUGE!! By bringing SIF Marketplace into the VISION Joint Innovation System, the Air Force is injecting more than $30 million of #innovation funding directly into the ecosystem where Airmen and Guardians already manage their innovation initiatives. 𝙒𝙝𝙮 𝙙𝙤𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙧? VISION is the premier collaborative innovation tool for warfighters. It makes data-informed connections between people, ideas ... and now resources! SIF Marketplace in VISION will leverage the platform to make it easier for innovators to submit their projects for funding, and easier for commanders to invest in impactful ideas that align with their mission priorities using tokens. 𝙃𝙤𝙬 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨 𝙗𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮? To be eligible for these innovation funds, Airmen and Guardians must load their projects into VISION and submit them to the SIF Marketplace. Step one is to create your VISION account (if you have not already) by visiting https://lnkd.in/gudMc6Er Step two, make sure to check out the SIF Marketplace Playbook for more info and step-by-step guidance at https://ow.ly/TC4L50TUAfS #ChangeStartsWithVISION

🛡️ The Concept of Capability Building Planning (CBP) 🛡️   📽 In the post-Cold War era, CBP become a crucial aspect of strategic defense development. For that matter, a standard framework was first developed by the US Department of Defense and adopted by NATO as DOTMLPF-I.   This framework involves the following fundamental elements: 💡 Doctrine: Encompasses the principles and procedures that guide military actions, outlining the strategies upon which military operations are based. 🏢 Organization: Refers to the structure and cooperation among the various elements of military organizations, including how they are organized, their chain of command, and how they work together to achieve objectives. 🎓 Training: Critical for capability building and sustaining, involving actions taken to develop the individual and collective skills of military personnel - "train hard, fight easy".   🛠️ Material: Refers to the equipment and resources necessary for military operations, including weapons, vehicles, technology, and other assets required to support military activities.   🌟 Leadership: Essential for effective military operations, involving the process of influencing and directing personnel to achieve desired outcomes. Strong leadership ensures that units are cohesive, motivated, and capable of executing their missions.   👨👩👧👦 Personnel: Encompasses the human resources within the military, including soldiers, support staff, logistics personnel, and other individuals contributing to the functioning of the military organization.   🏗️ Infrastructure: Includes bases, facilities, and logistical support necessary to sustain military operations, ranging from military bases and training facilities to supply chains and communication networks.   🔄 Interoperability: Establishes the need for functional elements to ensure operational capability both internally and externally within the organization.   During my military background 🎖 , this framework was a critical piece of the puzzle to achieve a comprehensive approach to the military program and project planning.   📣 Despite being originally developed for military purposes, the DOTMLPF-I framework can benefit non-military contexts by enabling organizations to consider a more holistic approach bringing to the table various aspects for a more sustainable and successful initiative.   🏆 In summary, this comprehensive framework provides a solid foundation for strategic planning, whether in military or non-military contexts, ensuring that all aspects of capability development are carefully considered and integrated into planning efforts. Thank you for reading, Wishing you a wonderful Easter 🐣 #projectmanagement #defenceplanning #capabilitybuilding #projectplanning #leadership #defenceinnovation #nato #natoinnovation

Sweden’s Defense Industry Outlook: New Report for 2024 and Beyond Sweden’s defense budget in 2024 is valued at $14.1 billion and it is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% till 2029. Our latest report dives deep into the forces shaping this critical industry, providing comprehensive insights into: • Budget Insights: Trends, drivers, and allocation breakdowns • Military Strategy: Doctrine, alliances, and security outlook • Market Entry: Policies and top opportunities • Key Programs: Including Saab JAS 39E Gripen, BvS10 CATV, and more With regional security, NATO, and modernization driving spending, this report offers essential insights for industry players. Don’t miss out—explore it now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gdAMuWyr #Sweden #NATO #DefenseStrategy #DefenseBudget #Geopolitics

From Strategy to Action: collaboration Between NATO’s two strategic commands ensures future readiness. Admiral Joachim Rühle, Chief of Staff of the Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE), recently visited NATO Allied Command Transformation (ACT) in Norfolk, Virginia and met with his counterpart Chief of Staff Vice Admiral Guy Robinson CB OBE to discuss key areas shaping #NATO's future. This visit highlighted the critical collaboration between NATO’s two strategic commands in ensuring NATO’s military preparedness for the future. Multi-Domain Operations, the Cross Domain Command Concept, and the NATO Defence Planning Process were key topics discussed during the visit. These initiatives are critical in ensuring that NATO forces can seamlessly operate across domains and achieve a unified effect. The Innovation Hub was also discussed as a collaborative think-tank that brings together diverse perspectives to generate innovative solutions that empower troops, optimize processes, and accelerate development. https://lnkd.in/eSbmG4tC #WeAreNATO

#SOCAFRICA: Special Operations Command #Africa führt "Silent Warrior" 2024 Symposium in Tunesien durch. 40 Nationen nahmen teil. Zitat: " Tunisian Special Forces Brigade and the Tunisian Counter IED Center of Excellence on training to include canines, hand-to-hand combat techniques and urban terrain operations." #K9 #EOD #IED #SOF #SpecialForces  https://lnkd.in/emsrdji9

🚀 Exciting news from TSC! They've been awarded a whopping $24,917,236 by the United States Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Special Operations Command. This significant funding is for ISR Services, a crucial component in enhancing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. 🔍 This award is part of the Small Business Innovation Research Program Phase III, focusing on delivering impactful solutions. The project is set to run for approximately 10 months, starting on August 31, 2024, and concluding on July 1, 2025. #Innovation #Defense #SBIR #STTR