It is widely acknowledged that armies across Africa need to possess and operate large numbers of armoured vehicles of different sizes and complexities to maintain theireffectiveness in both peace and war time. However, the costs incurred in purchasing and subsequently maintaining the vehicles in ahigh state of operational combat readinessat the required levels of availability are extremely high. With this in mind the event will debate the crit...

Interoperable Open Architecture 2013 Looking to an Interoperable, Open, Innovative and Effective Procurement Future The most important change for a generation is taking place in the world of military procurement, yet all too often it remains misunderstood or worse, hidden from view! Interoperable Open Architecture 2013 will shine a light on the remarkable steps that are being taken towards an interoperable, flexible and cost effective reality....