Defence Technology Principles

Principle 7 — Automate and innovate where you can

Use modern technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in innovative ways, where appropriate.

To accelerate our strategic edge, we work with our suppliers and partners to adopt emerging and enabling technologies throughout Defence and to be aware of industry trends.

Use technologies such as:

  • artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
  • Intelligent Automation (IA)
  • Augmented/Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
  • graph technologies
  • 3D printing
  • biometrics

RPA and low code

Innovation isn't just about the latest cutting-edge ideas, but also using established enabling technologies in novel ways to solve problems, such as RPA replacing human-led data entry into applications.

To find out how you can use RPA and low code for your service, contact the Automation team.

What you should do

When choosing which type of technology:

  • follow JSP 936 rules on AI & Safety
  • use our MODCloud platform where possible when building digital services
  • use Machine Learning (ML) and AI-based automation to improve decision-making
  • consider how new and existing technologies can solve problems
  • use our common automation platform

Updated 09 Sep 2024