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Defense

Defense companies must expand defence capabilities faster, more resiliently and with technological sovereignty. Rising demand, shorter innovation cycles and connected platforms and domains increase complexity. We support development organisations in mastering multi-domain complexity, accelerating development processes and sustainably safeguarding delivery and implementation capability. With deep systems engineering understanding, technological expertise and pragmatic implementation, we create measurable impact – from strategy to successful realisation.

Defense in Transition – Key Numbers Decision-Makers Should Know

Current developments show why speed, technological sovereignty and industrial scalability are becoming decisive success factors.

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EU defence spending in 2025 – a new record high

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Record order backlog of the 8 largest European defence companies

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NATO target for defence and security spending by 2035

Our Solutions

We support our customers in the defence industry in a targeted manner in future-proofing their R&D functions, managing multinational defence projects efficiently and increasing development productivity – with the aim of delivering higher quality in less time and within budget using existing resources. In addition, we help to manage growing complexity and strategically align innovative and sustainable product portfolios.

Increase R&D Productivity

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Enhancing project throughput by up to 20% alleviates the burden on R&D departments by improving effectiveness and efficiency. Timed product development with clearly defined release cycles and targeted modularization and variant optimization helps reduce complexity and costs. Value stream analyses identify inefficiencies and optimize resource allocation. A clear organizational structure further enhances agility and responsiveness. We assist you in leveraging efficiency potential, optimizing processes, and future-proofing your organization. Together, we develop tailored strategies to transform processes and strengthen long-term competitiveness.

Mastering Complexity

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With increasing technological complexity and the challenges posed by multi-domain operations and system-of-systems integration, the defense industry must navigate constantly evolving requirements, numerous interfaces, and a diverse technological landscape. We support you by working directly on complex programs to establish and optimize processes, methods, and tools, ensuring their long-term transfer into your organization. Additionally, we help make these challenges manageable by developing targeted simplification approaches and implementing modern digital solutions that enhance efficiency, intelligence, and future readiness.

Late Customization

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In the defense industry, late or evolving customer requirements often create challenges in R&D. We help you integrate these flexibly without jeopardizing profitability. We enable adaptable vehicles, weapons, and communication systems solutions through platform concepts, standardized interfaces, and retrofittable modules. Digital twins, AI-powered analytics, and automated workflows accelerate implementation, while rapid prototyping and field testing ensure efficient integration of customer feedback. Close coordination between development, production, and sales, combined with transparent customer communication regarding time, cost, and quality, ensures the optimal balance between customization and cost-effectiveness.

Your Contact

Stephan Finkel

Partner and Industry Lead Defense

Thanks to our consultants’ technical expertise and their many years of industry experience, we develop customized solutions for you. Contact us now.

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