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Competitive Warnings and Partnering Opportunities for Large Established Defense Contractors
The United States Defense and Security (US DoD) market has been dominated by legacy providers for decades. With the constant and rapid evolution of advanced technologies, coupled with the military’s goal of increasing flexibility at lower costs, start-up companies are aiming to disrupt the market in several areas.
After reviewing this research service, the reader should be familiar with the new companies and technologies that have a high probability of changing the paradigm that the US military uses to select partners and executes contracts. The reader will also understand where growth opportunities exist and how those growth opportunities can be exploited to benefit investors and/or companies that wish to partner with those profiled.
Research Scope
The overall aim of this research is to provide an evaluation of companies and technologies that have the most potential for disrupting a market that has seen very little change over the years, with respect to the most influential solutions providers.
Research Highlights
The study provides an overview and analysis of 9 significant start-ups that have a high potential for disrupting the defense market in 2020 and beyond. The company profiles include information about their financial situation, infrastructure, technological development, products, and their general ability to succeed in the market. Many of the companies are still in the seed and development phase, but have cultivated robust technological capabilities and business plans. Most have also demonstrated the usefulness and utility of their products; some have even obtained contracts from the US DoD.
Research Benefits
Who can best benefit from this research?
- Market participants
- Military personnel
- Government agencies
- Private funding firms
- Researchers
- Entrepreneurs
Key Issues Addressed
- What are some of the trends related to defense and security technological innovations?
- What are the growth opportunities in the market?
- What are major challenges faced by each of the profiled companies?
- How should the government support the market?
- What are the technologies that are on track for further development?
- Which are the incumbents at the highest risk of being affected by disruptors?
Key Conclusion
- Companies’ call to action based on their current situation
- US government benefits and obligations
- Proposed business models and strategies
- International opportunities
Author: Jonathan Norman
Key Findings
Key Predictions
Research Aims and Objectives
Research Scope
Key Questions This Study Will Answer
Rigetti Computing—Profile
Rigetti Computing—Overview
Anduril Industries—Profile
Anduril Industries—Overview
Umbra Lab—Profile
Umbra Lab—Overview
Shield AI—Profile
Shield AI—Overview
Fugue, Inc.—Profile
Fugue, Inc.—Overview
Ouster—Profile
Ouster—Overview
Senseye—Profile
Senseye—Overview
Relativity Space—Profile
Relativity Space—Overview
Synapse Technology—Profile
Synapse Technology—Overview
Growth Opportunity 1—Products for Private Sector
Growth Opportunity 2—Business Strategy
Growth Opportunity 3—International Markets
Growth Opportunity 4—Customer Support
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth
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The Last Word—3 Big Predictions
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Value Proposition—Future of Your Company & Career
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Research Scope
The overall aim of this research is to provide an evaluation of companies and technologies that have the most potential for disrupting a market that has seen very little change over the years, with respect to the most influential solutions providers.
Research Highlights
The study provides an overview and analysis of 9 significant start-ups that have a high potential for disrupting the defense market in 2020 and beyond. The company profiles include information about their financial situation, infrastructure, technological development, products, and their general ability to succeed in the market. Many of the companies are still in the seed and development phase, but have cultivated robust technological capabilities and business plans. Most have also demonstrated the usefulness and utility of their products; some have even obtained contracts from the US DoD.
Research Benefits
Who can best benefit from this research?
- Market participants
- Military personnel
- Government agencies
- Private funding firms
- Researchers
- Entrepreneurs
Key Issues Addressed
- What are some of the trends related to defense and security technological innovations?
- What are the growth opportunities in the market?
- What are major challenges faced by each of the profiled companies?
- How should the government support the market?
- What are the technologies that are on track for further development?
- Which are the incumbents at the highest risk of being affected by disruptors?
Key Conclusion
- Companies’ call to action based on their current situation
- US government benefits and obligations
- Proposed business models and strategies
- International opportunities
Author: Jonathan Norman
| Deliverable Type | Market Research |
|---|---|
| No Index | No |
| Podcast | No |
| Author | Jonathan Norman |
| Industries | Aerospace, Defence and Security |
| WIP Number | K4C0-01-00-00-00 |
| Is Prebook | No |
| GPS Codes | 9000-A1 |
US Defense and Security Market Disruptors, 2020
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