The Role of a Data Partner in Enabling Integrated Operating Systems
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Delivering expertise for mission-critical success.
For over 25 years, CDS DS has been at the forefront of operational support, embedding seamlessly within military operations worldwide. Our proven approach delivers the expertise, consistency, and assurance needed to increase system performance and maximise operational capability.
Our multi-skilled team, many with prior military service, includes engineers, technicians, analysts, project managers, and systems trainers. All are security cleared, professionally accredited, and able to operate with the agility and tempo required by the military.
With a deep understanding of the UK MoD, its wider stakeholder community, and the realities of Defence budget delivery, we know where gaps exist and how to bridge them. We have a long track record of supporting Tier 1 providers and SMEs through multiple contract renewals, ensuring capability is delivered effectively and sustainably.
We are highly experienced in the creation, development, assurance and management of regulatory documentation across the Defence sector, including:
Integrated test, evaluation and acceptance plans
Verification and validation requirements matrices
Safety and Environmental Assurance (including Human Factors)
Integrated product and logistic support
Logistic demonstrations
Our people include SQEP systems engineers, technical authors, ILS practitioners, and safety and environmental specialists; all of whom have current, relevant expertise in delivering complex system documentation and managing customer requirements.
We provide logistical, administrative, technical and operational support to military operations, including peacekeeping and field operations. We ensure availability and readiness of capability, enabling the military to concentrate on achieving their operational objectives effectively.
We have extensive experience planning and integrating contracted capabilities and contractor personnel into operations outside the home nation, ensuring seamless support and alignment with operational requirements.
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A Tier 1 Defence company took ownership of the supportability for a military satellite communication capability that included ground stations, maritime equipment and land-based systems.
A bespoke cloud assurance framework based on the Cloud Security Alliance Cloud Controls Matrix, mapped to the NCSC’s 14 Cloud Security Principles and tailored to MOD and Government expectations.