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Strategic Framework
DEFENSE TECH
ASSESSMENT
Competitive advantage analysis for the modern battlespace
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Core Assessment Dimensions
Five critical factors for evaluating defense technology ventures
Problem-Solution Validity
30%- Clear warfighter problem identification
- Solution addresses root cause vs symptoms
- Validated through combat/operational feedback
- Fits within existing DOTMLPF-P framework
Operational Feasibility
25%- CONOPS aligns with real warfare dynamics
- Survivable in contested environments
- Maintainable at the tactical edge
- OPSEC/COMSEC considerations addressed
Team Domain Expertise
20%- Military/combat experience on team
- Deep customer empathy & relationships
- Technical expertise in relevant domains
- Understanding of acquisition pathways
Competitive Position
15%- Differentiation from primes/incumbents
- Defensible IP or unique capabilities
- Speed/agility advantages
- Cost structure advantages
DOD Integration Path
10%- Clear program of record pathway
- Required clearances/facilities
- Champion within DOD/Services
- Budget line visibility
0-2
Fatal Flaw
3-4
Major Gap
5-6
Needs Work
7-8
Competitive
9-10
Advantage
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Problem-Solution Validity
Weight: 30%
5.0
Operational Feasibility
Weight: 25%
5.0
Team Domain Expertise
Weight: 20%
5.0
Competitive Position
Weight: 15%
5.0
DOD Integration Path
Weight: 10%
5.0
5.0
Overall Assessment Score
Needs Work
This venture shows potential but requires significant improvements across multiple dimensions to be competitive in the defense market.
Competitive Advantage Analysis
Traditional business strategy adapted for defense technology
| Advantage Type | Traditional Business | Defense Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Leadership | Unit economics | Total lifecycle cost |
| Differentiation | Features/brand | Mission impact |
| Focus/Niche | Market segment | Specific warfighter need |
| Speed | Time to market | OODA loop acceleration |
| Network Effects | User adoption | Joint interoperability |
The Five Critical Questions
- What specific problem does this solve for the warfighter?
- Has anyone on the team experienced this problem firsthand?
- Why hasn't the incumbent already solved this?
- What happens when this capability is contested, jammed, or destroyed?
- Which program of record would acquire this?
