26 European Security & Defence 2015
Defence Technology
While a wide array of sensors provide optimal levels of situa-
tive against low to high altitude air threats in defense of ground
tional awareness and a sound foundation for Integrated Air and
combat forces and critical assets, Patriot might be expected to
Missile Defense (IAMD), without a full compliment of advanced
remain comfortably static in its pole position. Instead, Raytheon
missile interceptors, such awareness might only add to global
has rebuilt Patriot as a complete solution from the ground up as
anxiety. However, when paired with situational awareness, pow-
part of a major modernization effort that will ensure its status as
erful missile interceptors help to ensure a sound night’s sleep in
a formidable defender of U.S. and allied forces for generations
a conflict-charged world.
to come. “The Patriot weapons system is combat proven, capa-
The combat-proven Patriot Air and Missile Defense System
ble of engaging all known air-breathing threats, tactical ballistic
has shown its capabilities as a turnkey solution time and again
missiles, cruise missiles and UAVs, and engineered to evolve to
in theater, while new innovations demonstrate why Patriot was
address future threats,” said Tim Glaeser.
chosen as the mid-range missile defense system of choice for
Based on history, technical leadership, innovation and an
the U.S. Army through the year 2048. The modernized Patriot
earned reputation, Raytheon is the clear international part-
system continues to drive global demand with international
ner of choice when it comes to IAMD solutions, building and
customers as well.
supporting systems that detect, track and eliminate the world’s
As the world’s premier air and missile defense system, effec-
most dangerous airborne threats.
Restoring certainty in uncertain times (BSC/KPMG) At KPMG, our constant interaction with the public sector has shown us that the security and defense landscape is subject to unprecedented changes. As old certainties are discarded on a daily basis, the number of challenges increases continuously and forces decision-makers to face uncharted territories. Especially the asymmetric and global nature of these challenges, a growing digital dependence, new forms of extremism and organized crime demand for quick and professional responses. For governments, albeit, it becomes increasingly difficult to ensure the security of citizens at home and abroad,
accounting for the specific political, legal and operational background of your organization; » the development of IT-strategies, the realignment and reorganization of existing IT-structures, and solutions to cope with IT-security challenges; » the optimization of administrative structures, the analysis and advancement of steering mechanisms, and the implementation of controlling instruments; » the supervision of organizational development and change
to protect critical infrastructure, institutions and major events,
processes; » strategic HR development measures;
and to handle humanitarian and environmental catastrophes.
» the analysis and assessment of procurement systems and the
To cope with these challenges, citizens expect security and
identification of potential room for improvement; » the implementation of state of the art logistics and procure-
defense authorities to act with professionality, prudence and precision. Effective structures, the efficient use of resources in the light of increased public expectations as well as internati-
ment organization and processes » the analysis of compliance systems
onal cooperation have become basic prerequisites for every
» legal and advisory services for complex tenders
governmental activity. At the same time, security and defense
KPMG is a network of professional firms with more than
authorities are just as affected by wider social transformations
162,000 employees in 155 countries. In Germany, KPMG is
as every other branch of government. Especially demographic
one of the leading auditing and advisory firms and has around
shifts pose a latent but powerful challenge, as they create a rift
9,600 employees at over 20 locations. Our goal: to render a
between the demand for and supply of skilled personnel. In this
complex world comprehensible for decision-makers in busines-
light, the rigorous allocation of capacities and implementation
ses and governments alike. Our standard: to deliver the world’s
of modern HR planning models more and more becomes a sine
leading professional services. Our tools: quality, innovation
qua non for sustainable policy planning. KPMG, as an indepen-
and passion. Our professional and sector-specific expertise
dent adviser with broad experience in the public sector and
restores our clients with certainty – certainty that is needed to
in the areas of security and defense in particular, can support
identify political and economic opportunities and proactively
governments and businesses in confronting these challenges.
coin societal and global trends.
Our services comprise: » the development of comprehensive security strategies,
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