Opinion

How the defence industry can ensure a secure state for critical infrastructure

July 28 2022

Opinion: It’s essential that defence organisations proactively manage risk by establishing a cyber security risk management framework. However, def...

Why we need to quantum-proof embedded systems now

Opinion: Jim Alfred of BlackBerry Technology Solutions explains how quantum computing can be leveraged to bolster supply chain resilience.

July 20 2022

The nuclear submarine builders must be consulted by the task force

Opinion: The current work by the greatly expanded Nuclear Powered Submarine Task Force must extend to consultation with proven designers and builders of nuclear submarines...

July 18 2022

PM’s job summit – a chance to upskill for national resilience

Opinion: While the ADF has been employed in recent disaster relief missions, it’s important that the military continues to focus on its primary role of defending...

July 13 2022

Build the Astute Class in Osborne and Barrow for fastest delivery

Opinion: Amid the cries for an evolved Collins to fill Australia’s submarine gap, and a potential yet unexpected offer of Virginias with US Navy crews, the most attractive...

June 20 2022

Why data will break through the next frontier of modern defence

Anthony Read from IFS APJ & MEA explains why defence leaders must “embrace the next frontier of modern defence” by leveraging intelligent data.

June 14 2022

Undersea autonomous capability; the trade-off between crewed and uncrewed

Opinion: Former naval officer and defence industry analyst Chris Skinner refutes the notion that defence must choose between crewed or uncrewed vehicles.

June 07 2022

Ready to embark: Digitalisation and technology hit shipbuilding

Opinion: Industry 4.0 undoubtedly transformed manufacturing organisations across the globe but stopped short of impacting military and commercial shipbuilders, along with...

May 19 2022

The character of the modern battlefield and role of the digital warrior

Opinion: Major General (Ret’d) Rupert Jones CBE analyses the degree to which technology has changed the way that we fight across battlefields from Ukraine to Mosul.

May 17 2022

Antarctica adrift: Australia’s southern blind spot

Read Dr Elizabeth Buchanan’s remarks for the 2022 Sea Power Conference panel on maritime competition on Australia’s southern flank – Antarctica.

May 16 2022

New veterans employment guide supports veteran pathways

Opinion: BAE Systems Australia has launched a Veterans Employment Best Practice guide to share the company’s experience and success in attracting, recruiting and retaining...

April 28 2022

A Milestones Approach to introduction of small nuclear reactors in Australia

Navy veteran and defence industry analyst Christopher Skinner examines whether the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Milestones Approach should be adopted in...

April 13 2022

Why Australia’s Defence Force needs a digital insurgency

Opinion: If the Australian Defence Force (ADF) is to keep pace with modern practices and digitally transform its operations, it will require an insurgency from within. It...

April 12 2022

Is C-UAS neglecting AI?

The success of counter-UAS (C-UAS) defences often depends on a single factor: the ability of a human operator to correctly identify and react to a drone threat, writes Oleg...

March 23 2022

How shared infrastructure collaboration will boost defence productivity

We must work collaboratively on secure shared infrastructure for Australia’s sovereign industry to meet the big challenges of providing Defence capability. Daniel Lai, CEO...

March 16 2022

Why Defence must tackle its digital skills crisis with ferocity

The digital skills and technology gap in the military is well known and being discussed with increasing urgency. But beyond the need to embrace the latest technology on the...

March 14 2022

The three key logistics and supply chain focuses for the defence industry in 2022 and beyond

The use of software to manage IT infrastructures and mission critical weapons systems has made huge advancements within military organisations and their in-service support...

March 11 2022

Submarine basing on Australia’s east coast – issues for early discussion

Navy veteran and defence industry analyst Christopher Skinner unpacks the Commonwealth government’s recent decision to develop a new naval base along Australia’s east...

March 10 2022

If you do not have interoperability, you do not have an alliance

Systematic founder and CEO Michael Holm writes about the threats he sees Australia facing as he returns to a badly shaken Europe.

March 02 2022

Government needs to support our Aussie defence industry – it’s good for our sovereignty, good for our regions

The Prime Minister and Defence Minister may have elevated their language on conflict and the need for greater sovereignty, but the truth is there is a yawning gap between...

February 17 2022

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