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SPOTLIGHT: What does sovereignty mean in a post-DIDS industry? With Stephen Kowal, CEO of Atturra

Published: April 5, 2024, 2:50 a.m.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Stephen Kowal, chief executive officer of Atturra, joins host Liam Garman to unpack how Atturra is building a uniquely sovereign workforce to deliver for Defence \u2013 and deliver some top tips for SMEs in the defence industry.

  • The pair commence unpacking the importance of sovereignty given Australia\u2019s geographic isolation, and what the Defence Industry Development Strategy (DIDS) means for Australian industrial capability.
  • Kowal then unpacks the workforce constraints facing the defence industry, and what initiatives Atturra employs to get the most from their workforce.
  • The podcast wraps up with some top tips for SMEs navigating this journey, and how Atturra will continue delivering for Defence.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Defence Connect team