The UK’s 2025 Strategic Defence Review calls for a fundamental reset in defence readiness. 

Drawing on insights from defence professionals, the paper highlights systemic challenges such as supply visibility, dependency on overseas suppliers, and limited surge capacity.  

It introduces a practical resilience framework focusing on three pillars: operational, commercial, and market. A framework that enables organisations to assess and strengthen their readiness and resilience.   

With recommendations for leadership alignment, new funding models, and long-term workforce investment, we set out a blueprint for building a more agile, future-proof defence ecosystem 

The time to act is now—readiness is no longer a choice, but a strategic imperative. Read the white paper now. 


Interested in learning more? Reach out to Stephen Ainsworth MCIPS, Robin Agarwal, or Darren Blackburn.