Digitalisation of the Armed Forces Determines Success in the Battlespace
Software is no longer just a support for weapons and communication systems in the deployment of armed forces but has developed into one of the key elements of modern weapon systems. Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), the systems continuously control, regulate, and optimize military processes. Examples of software-defined weapon systems include the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, the Patriot missile defense system, the M1 Abrams tank and the French Griffon, Jaguar and Serva armored vehicles. The guiding concept behind this change is “Software Defined Defence” (SDD). It prioritizes the role of software in the continuous improvement and increasing competitiveness of armed forces’ equipment. In contrast to conventional physical upgrades, SDD enables an army to respond quickly, flexibly, and effectively to rapidly changing requirements and threat scenarios.