Podcasts Government Defence Connect Podcast Network SPOTLIGHT: Developing sovereign kit for the ADF, with David Connors and David Frith from Australian Defence Apparel

SPOTLIGHT: Developing sovereign kit for the ADF, with David Connors and David Frith from Australian Defence Apparel

Published: Oct. 26, 2022, 1:16 a.m.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Podcast, David Connors \u2014 chief technology officer/chief information security officer \u2014 and David Frith \u2014 Australian industry capability manager \u2014 at Australian Defence Apparel (ADA), discuss their work developing critical defence equipment for modern warfighters.

Topics covered include:

  • ADA\u2019s broad suite of products for Defence applications.
  • Technological processes underpinning delivery of ADF kit.
  • Balancing design and manufacturing innovation with inventory management.
  • Building a sovereign supply chain in cooperation with local SMEs.
  • ADA\u2019s R&D work and the future of defence gear.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect Team