PA: a force for transformation in Defence

PA: a force for transformation in Defence

PA Consulting Group is a leading management, systems and technology consulting firm. Operating worldwide in more than 35 countries, PA draws on the knowledge and experience of its 3,000 people, whose skills extend from the initial generation of ideas, insights, solutions and new technology, all the way through to detailed implementation. From the development of innovative strategies and solutions right through to their successful delivery, all of our work and support is based on deep sector insight and expertise. We work across the private and public sectors, with particular strengths in financial services, energy, life sciences and healthcare, government and public services, manufacturing, defence, and telecommunications. We help our clients to design optimum strategies for growth, deliver effective IT that improves business performance, mobilise human resources, deliver complex programmes and major business transformations, and develop breakthrough products and processes through our unique applied technology capability. As an employee-owned company, with no audit arm nor exclusive alliances with third-party vendors or service providers, we are answerable only to ourselves and our clients. This independence means the advice we give to clients, and the work we deliver, are based only on what is best for our clients business. We will, however, work in non-exclusive alliances on specific programmes when it is in the best interests of our clients. PA s independent, benefits-driven approach is founded on our strength in innovation, our responsiveness to our clients needs, and our unyielding focus on delivery: Innovation. Innovation comes in a variety of forms in how customers needs are identified and satisfied, in business models, in motivating and aligning staff, in the use of technology, and many more. PA has an unsurpassed track record in innovation, from developing pharmaceutical anti-counterfeiting measures and wireless technologies, to helping launch an innovative online bank, to development work that is helping alleviate poverty and boost the economies of developing countries. Responsiveness. We recognise that each client and each problem have their own challenges and issues. Our solutions are therefore tailored to our clients specific circumstances, drawing on the deep industry insight of our consultants. Our relationships with clients are characterised by respect, flexibility and collaboration, and we pride ourselves on the speed of our response and the dedication of our people. PA: a force for transformation in Defence The Defence sector is complex and dynamic. The range of threats is diverse and calls for an equally broad set of capabilities to provide an effective response. Yet financial constraints are ever-present, together with public scrutiny and increasingly high expectations. As a result, it is more important than ever that strategic and implementation advice is based on in-depth sector and business knowledge, and delivers clear and immediate value. Since 1943, PA Consulting Group (PA) has assisted the sector in many key areas of policy, strategy and the implementation of change. Our clients value our in-depth experience of Defence in both government and industry; we have proven capabilities and a track record of success. PA draws on experience gained across industries to offer expert, independent advice and practical, results-focused solutions. Delivery. At PA, delivering client value is ingrained in our culture. We focus on detailed implementation, with a renowned track record of delivering innovative solutions that achieve lasting change. At PA, we see projects right through to the finishing line and beyond delivering significant and measurable value to our clients. PA: Innovation. Responsiveness. Delivery.

Developing and implementing effective strategies Government defence organisations must have the right strategies in place to respond to rapidly changing military and security threats, and to deliver greater operational effectiveness - while under continual financial constraints. Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) PA worked closely with the UK MOD to develop the approach and plan for the development of the DIS. PA directly supported the process for developing the portfolio of sector strategies, which required working closely with each of the MOD sector leads and engaging effectively with a wide range of both MOD and industry stakeholders. This changing environment poses particular challenges for industry. In an increasingly competitive environment, industry must not only reduce costs but also adopt more collaborative approaches to deliver through-life capability-based solutions. Our experience in Defence enables us to quickly get to the key issues and performance drivers, helping our clients make better-informed strategic decisions. Our highly participative approach engages key stakeholders and builds a good foundation for successful implementation.

Devonport Management Limited (DML) PA worked with DML and the MOD at Devonport as the Independent Partnering Advisor to help address longterm partnering challenges, develop a contract framework to incentivise improved performance and deliver a sustainable cost reduction programme generating immediate savings of 12M per annum. Transforming performance The Defence sector needs to transform the way it operates in order to meet new challenges such as through-life capability management and contracting for capability. This requires substantial change - both within government and industry and to the relationship between customers and suppliers throughout the supply chain. PA s approach to transformation is underpinned by a clear understanding of what is needed to drive a real improvement in performance. We take a highly collaborative approach and engage all of the appropriate stakeholders at the right time. Through a combination of good business design and robust implementation, our approach maximises early benefit delivery. PA brings specialist knowledge in every aspect of business performance including leadership development, people and performance management, organisational change, business modelling, sourcing and supply chain optimisation.

Defence Information Infrastructure (DII) PA acted as the key advisor during the procurement of DII (one of the largest and most complex IT programmes in the world). PA drew on its extensive sourcing experience for the entire procurement process, from programme design and requirements definition to risk management and commercial negotiation. Contract was reached in record time, and the IPT was honoured with a Smart Procurement award from MinDP. Applying innovative and effective IT solutions The need to use and share information and IT systems across complex and often variable quality networks is a challenge across Defence. Taken to the ultimate vision of NEC/NCW, this also requires significant operational and process change to achieve greater effect with the same capability. PA has a reputation for achieving innovation and change through IT. With significant capability in IT strategy, technical infrastructure, systems design and systems integration, we work in partnership with senior decision makers, providing trusted management advice to help them achieve tangible results. Additionally, we provide truly independent advice on - and help to implement - IT sourcing options and the most effective way for IT functions to be organised and managed. By combining this range of capabilities with our broad and deep Defence knowledge and our experience in business process improvement and enterprise change management, we help the MOD create business and operational solutions that significantly improve the performance of Defence.

Technology in Defence PA works extensively across the defence and security community using our wide technology capabilities to enhance operational effectiveness. Our work has helped protect UK forces against IEDs as well as providing covert surveillance capabilities. Improving capability through innovation and technology The application of technology for military benefit can significantly improve the efficiency of warfighting and the pace of change in emerging capabilities has increased significantly. However, adopting innovative technology is not without risk its introduction, and the ensuing challenges, must be managed. PA brings to Defence its experience in delivering technological insight, innovation and implementation across some of the most demanding sectors. PA has a unique combination of industry expertise and engineering capability, delivering solutions from concept right through to launch, drawing on the work of our dedicated technology centres. The centres (in Cambridge, UK and Princeton, US) offer a comprehensive range of laboratory facilities, and the most up-to-date design, rapid prototyping and machine-building capabilities. We have an understanding of innovation and a delivery capability that will transform the contribution that technology makes to Defence. Our scientists, engineers and consultants work on direct technology innovation across industries and help our clients become better innovators.

Delivering complex programmes The context within which defence capabilities are deployed is evolving rapidly, requiring an agile and coherent response to change. The programmes and projects that deliver these capabilities are fast becoming even more challenging, complex and heavily integrated. PA understands the dynamics of managing complexity and uncertainty and helps clients to: understand changing operational context and requirements F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Programme PA is helping the US DoD deliver JSF to the US Air Force. PA s team works closely with over 75 key programme personnel in government and industry to optimise programme delivery through the application of advanced programme simulation techniques. create the high performing teams needed to specify, bid and deliver the highly complex and integrated systems required for our battle and business spaces deliver and assure the most difficult and challenging of programmes through our depth of project, systems engineering and programme management skills understand and turn around programmes that are not meeting their stakeholders ambitions. PA supports the delivery of military capability across the globe.

PA in Defence PA Consulting Group is a leading management, systems and technology consulting firm. We have worked with the Defence community for over 60 years. Our clients value our ability to consistently deliver successful change, working in partnership with them, their staff and the supply chain. PA s capabilities span the key challenges in the sector, from improving acquisition performance to delivering complex equipment and capability programmes, as well as meeting the organisational challenges that complex and transformational projects require. As an independent, employee-owned company, the advice we give, and the work we deliver, is based only on what is best for our clients. Our international Defence team brings experience and expertise from industry, government, the armed forces and, importantly, a variety of non-defence backgrounds. PA is recognised as the consultancy that successfully delivers transformation with our clients in the Defence sector. This document has been prepared by PA. The contents of this document do not constitute any form of commitment or recommendation on the part of PA and speak as at the date of their preparation. PA Knowledge Limited 2006. All rights reserved. No part of this documentation may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying or otherwise without the written permission of PA Consulting Group. Images courtesy of stock.xchg and BAE Systems. Lon~12881

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