Leveraging Commercial Advances for Military Applications
08-Nov-2019
North America
Market Research
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This research service focuses on the US Department of Defense (DoD) artificial intelligence activities market. Representative programs, contracts, and market participants are included to form an overview picture of US DoD spending on this technology. An analysis of research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E); procurement; operations and maintenance (O&M); and a variety of services are included in this study. Contract activity for the 2018 and 2019 calendar year is also included. DoD artificial intelligence activities spending consists of the Army, Navy/Marine Corps, Air Force, and Joint Service spending plans—all of which are included. The base year for financial spending is 2018, and the market forecast is from 2019 to 2024. Artificial intelligence spending for the fiscal year 2020 in the DoD budget request is the foundation of this research.
The 2020 DoD request is notably higher than that of 2019 and may encounter opposition from both sides of the political aisle. The new research details the defense departments, agencies, and industry partners that offer the best opportunities for companies trying to participate in the US DoD artificial intelligence market. This research service includes market trends and future concepts that shed light on some spending numbers and the importance of participating in certain projects and programs. The research assists in understanding the government’s focus and the services it is likely to require in the future.
The market research presented was obtained from secondary and primary sources and combines quantitative and qualitative information. Insights are provided on current and anticipated program spending and industry leaders; this will help firms to identify growth opportunities and formulate go-to-market strategies to assist them with improving their relative market share. The purpose of this study is to highlight the artificial intelligence spending and technology trends followed by the US DoD.
Research Methodology:
Frost & Sullivan’s research services are based on secondary and primary research data. The information has been garnered from existing reports and project material within the Frost & Sullivan database, including data and information gathered from technical papers, specialized magazines, seminars, and Internet research. Interviews have been conducted over the phone by senior consultants and industry analysts with original equipment suppliers, regulation authorities, and distributors. Primary research has accounted for approximately 25% of the total research.
Key Issues Addressed
- What are some leading US DoD artificial intelligence programs?
- What are some leading DoD artificial intelligence contracts?
- Where are the growth opportunities in the DoD artificial intelligence market?
- What does the current DoD artificial intelligence landscape look like?
- What activities will be emphasized as the market continues to mature?
Analyst: Brad Curran
Executive Summary—Key Findings
Executive Summary—Market Evolution
Executive Summary—Key Predictions
Research Scope
Research Aims and Objectives
Key Questions this Study will Answer
Research Methodology
Market Segmentation
Operational Artificial Intelligence Trends
DoD Artificial Intelligence—Concepts of the Future
DoD Artificial Intelligence Activities Market—Spending Forecast
DoD Artificial Intelligence Activities Market—Example of AI Programs
DoD Artificial Intelligence Activities Market—Example of AI Programs (continued)
Competitive Structure of the DoD Artificial Intelligence Market
Examples of Artificial Intelligence Contracts
Examples of Artificial Intelligence Contracts (continued)
Growth Opportunity—Artificial Intelligence
Growth Opportunity—Swarm Operations
Growth Opportunity—Object Classification/Processing Exploitation Dissemination
Growth Opportunity—Ballistic Missile Defense
Growth Opportunity—Cybersecurity and Cyber Attacks
Strategic Imperatives to Achieve Growth Within the DoD Artificial Intelligence Ecosystem
Key Takeaways
3 Big Predictions
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Key Issues Addressed
- What are some leading US DoD artificial intelligence programs?
- What are some leading DoD artificial intelligence contracts?
- Where are the growth opportunities in the DoD artificial intelligence market?
- What does the current DoD artificial intelligence landscape look like?
- What activities will be emphasized as the market continues to mature?
Analyst: Brad Curran
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| Podcast | No |
| Author | Brad Curran |
| Industries | Aerospace, Defence and Security |
| WIP Number | 9AB0-00-72-00-00 |
| Is Prebook | No |
| GPS Codes | 9000-A1,9831-A1 |
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