Defence & National Security
Meeting urgent challenges with decisive action
From managing geopolitical uncertainty to navigating program complexity, the stakes have never been higher for the Defence and National Security sector. Despite this, the depth of our knowledge and expertise in this field has never been greater.
As the industry marches forward, we stay in stride with it, maintaining a deep understanding of the pressures our clients face, so we can move swiftly when called upon to solve them.
Trusted with some of the Asia-Pacific region’s most complex and sensitive engagements, we meet every challenge with a rare combination of defence sector insight and cross-sector perspective. This means bringing the right people to the table at the right time to deliver the strongest outcomes.
From strategy setting to the turnaround of complex programs, we work shoulder-to-shoulder with all stakeholders to move quickly and provide practical responses.
How we help
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Complex program performance improvement
We help leaders cut through complexity to improve delivery, financial, commercial, and operational performance. We understand the intense pressure that Defence and National Security programs operate under, in situations where capability, reputation, and stakeholder alignment are on the line. Applying an outcome-led mindset, we bring clarity to multi-dimensional issues and driving results in time-sensitive environments.
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Asset optimisation
Defence and National Security enterprises are asset-intensive. Their performance is directly impacted by the effectiveness and reliability of critical assets, and the efficient use of resources to maximise the operational effect of personnel and equipment.
We help clients rapidly identify avoidable costs and performance gaps across individual assets and fleets. Using our risk-based optimisation approach, we tailor maintenance, sparing, inventory, and logistics to maximise operational effect and financial certainty in accordance with regulatory requirements.
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Complex procurement & contract management
Defence programs demand precision and accountability across every stage of the procurement process. We support leaders to plan and execute complex material and non-material acquisitions with confidence.
We provide end-to-end commercial and contracting advisory services that align with strategic objectives, mitigate risk, and enable delivery.
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Supply chain & integrated logistics supports
We help defence clients assess and improve supply chain performance to meet mission needs, ensuring that systems are agile, efficient and scalable. We deliver targeted advisory services that optimise inventory, distribution, and sustainment strategies.
Mike Kalms, Partner | Sydney
Meet Mike, a specialist in our team
“I’m excited about working alongside our clients to deliver value and positive impact across the defence sector.”
Mike Kalms, Partner | Sydney
