Ministry of Defence
MPs warn MoD over 42-year-old software, flag concern at Boeing’s “fat, juicy” contracts
"Crikey! I'll believe that when I see it."
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Defence opens purse strings for tech-centric programmes as Ukraine sharpens minds
The UK intends to “adopt a collaborative approach with the Netherlands” on some of the acquisitions with an eye to NATO interoperability.
defence
UK defence facing a “step-change” in how adversaries use digital and data: “Attitudes, culture” must change
"Our ability to collect data risks overmatching the ability of our analysts to analyse and exploit it at the speed we need"
Quantum computing
Quantum prototype tested by Royal Navy offers the future promise of GPS-free navigation
Successful testing of a quantum accelerometer developed by Imperial College London may set a new direction for navigation technology. First announced in 2018, the self-contained quantum accelerometer device does not rely on external signals like GPS or other satellite alternatives. Initial testing has been successfully conducted by the Royal Navy.
Enterprise IT
Ministry of Defence’s ERP headache is Deloitte’s uncontested millions
Payroll software needs to be migrated to Oracle cloud before data centre is bulldozed...
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Gov’t IT energy use falls 10%, but e-waste surges
And the MOD accounts for 36% of all gov't ICT energy consumption.
Enterprise IT
‘29 systems to order boots’ – MOD warned on digital strategy hurdles
“The high level of support may help the MoD achieve more fundamental change this time."
Cybersecurity
MI5 revealed as silent partner to Alan Turing Institute since 2017
"MI5 has a long and proud history of use of cutting-edge technology in an ethical way."
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New DASA Ideas Marketplace wants your innovative defence tech pitches
"Businesses that show technical promise will be given opportunity, support and guidance..."