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These whitepapers provide in-depth analysis and insights into various aspects of defence data, artificial intelligence, and their applications in the defence sector.

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Towards a Sustainable UK Defence Sector: Leveraging capability

James MacGregor

This paper promotes the adoption of a circular economy in the UK Defence sector to bolster its sustainability objectives, minimize waste, foster new business models, and assist in reaching the Ministry of Defence Climate Change and Sustainability Strategic Approach (CCSSA) targets.

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Generative AI and OSINT: Current priorities in fintech and their implication for defence

David G. W. Birch

This paper delves into how fintech advancements, notably AI systems like ChatGPT, might impact the defence sector, especially in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). It suggests prioritizing an in-depth risk analysis to understand potential threats and countermeasures linked to these technologies.

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Data-Driven Innovation in Practice: Lessons from Digital Transformation at Centrica from 2016 to 2020

Mike Young

This paper explores Centrica's digital transformation, a company operating in 14 markets, including North America, and parent to British Gas. Despite owning a 25% stake in UK nuclear assets and a history of diverse business ventures, Centrica faced challenges due to fragmented data and outdated technology.

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Cloud Computing in Government

Sacha Rook

This paper outlines the UK Ministry of Defence's (MOD) new approach to embracing cloud technology for efficient data management and rapid threat response, despite the challenges of lagging behind in digital transformation, and highlights plans to enhance capabilities through the Cirrus programme and partnerships with major cloud providers.

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Lessons Learnt from Government Digital Transformation

James Herbert

This paper examines the UK Government and Ministry of Defence's (MoD) transformation strategies, focusing on AI and data-centric approaches, highlights challenges due to late digital transformation, and offers insights from wider public sector transformations, focusing on procurement, technology, skills, leadership, and culture.

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