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move to encryption at the node or compo- nent level may also offer innovative meth- ods of cross-domain data sharing.
Some of the technologies discussed are in use today, are becoming more affordable and have been, in a number of instances, developed by Australian companies. For ex- ample, IP-based communications capabili- ties are being deployed for parts of the ADF and advanced encryption technologies are now used in Defence to support mobility of individuals/teams that can utilise civilian unclassified networks for the transmission of high-classification data. What is needed is to take technologies currently focussed on parts of the ADF or on individual mobility and apply them to the whole of force level under an integrated design and architecture.
A significant challenge that will need to be addressed is an organisational one. A 2017 report on IAMD, by one of the au- thors of this article, concluded that Defence cannot build and operate an integrated force using business models developed for acquiring stand-alone, stove-piped capa- bilities. Despite the original intent, the
Program structure developed under the First Principles Review was not resourced adequately and did not result in a business model capable of supporting the design and development of an integrated force. It is time to face up to that reality and address the shortfalls.
This latter statement is in no way meant to denigrate the good work being done by many individuals within Defence today; however, their work is significantly con- strained by the current business model.
Senior leadership in this space is key.
For example, an integrated force design cannot be developed using only internal Defence staff resources. It is a complex task that needs a diverse and highly experienced team with the pooled expertise of Defence personnel, Defence industry, commercial industry, academics, scientists and domain experts. There is apparently no mechanism or funding at the strategic level in Defence to create such a team.
The vast majority of funds available to engage Industry are in the acquisition
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