SyntheSys Defence is delighted to announce the appointment of Kurt Anker as its new Principal Consultant.  Kurt is a seasoned defence industry expert specialising in military Command and Control systems for over 30 years, having started his career in the Royal Danish Air Force.  Kurt joins us having recently retired from his role at NATO working on the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) team in Geilenkirchen, initially as a Data Link Programmer and latterly as a Test Manager.

Kurt's extensive technical and teaching expertise, coupled with his deep understanding of the defence sector, make him an invaluable addition to our team.  As Principal Consultant, he will play a key role in developing and delivering solutions and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

"We are thrilled to have Kurt join our team," said Mark Hudspeth, Managing Director of SyntheSys Defence. "His wealth of experience and technical knowledge will be a major asset to our customers and will help us to continue providing exceptional service and support."

Kurt's appointment reinforces our commitment to attracting the best talent in the industry and delivering world-class solutions to our clients.  We look forward to the contributions that Kurt will make as a member of our team.

To reach out to Kurt about his new role, please contact info@synthesys.co.uk and for more general information about SyntheSys Defence, visit: www.synthesys-defence.co.uk

Further PRINCE2 Practitioner Success for James!

 

We are delighted to announce that Senior Consultant, James Norful, has successfully passed his PRINCE2 Practitioner exam.  PRINCE2 Practitioner is a rigorous course designed for experienced project managers who are responsible for running complex projects.

Having already completed his PRINCE2 Foundation training earlier this year, James was well-prepared for the more detailed and comprehensive Practitioner course.  The course covers all the principles, themes, processes, and worked examples of PRINCE2, equipping participants with practical knowledge that can be applied in senior project management roles.

This latest qualification is a testament to James' expertise in project management and his commitment to professional development.  We congratulate him on this achievement and are confident that he will continue to deliver outstanding results for our clients.

For more information about PRINCE2 training and project management consultancy, please contact us at info@synthesys.co.uk.  For further information about SyntheSys, visit www.synthesys.co.uk

TDL Tech-Teach Training Newsletter Available Now

Welcome to the latest edition of the TDL Tech-Teach newsletter, Issue 3.  Our aim is to keep the Tactical Data Link (TDL) and related community informed about the latest developments in the SyntheSys Defence training business.

The demand for TDL training is stronger than ever, and we believe that organisations can gain a competitive edge by investing in their employees and ensuring that their knowledge pool is robust and superior.  Our global tour to deliver TDL training is in full swing, and we would like to thank our valued new and returning customers for their trust in our services.

In this issue, you’ll find information on upcoming training dates, our customers’ success stories, and how to access free TDL training.  We hope that this newsletter will provide valuable insights into TDL training and its benefits for organisations.

To read the full newsletter, please visit: https://resources.synthesys.co.uk/defence/newsletters/tdl-tech-teach-03.pdf

SyntheSys Defence’s full training calendar is visible on our website, follow the link to see the courses we’re offering this year including our free introductory online webinar series.  Find out more here: https://www.synthesys-defence.co.uk/data-link-training.html

If you have any questions about TDL training or would like to discuss your organisation's training requirements, please feel free to email us at: training@synthesys.co.uk.

It’s a Wrap – Great to See You at the 25th NATO Tactical Data Link Symposium (NTDLS)

SyntheSys Defence recently participated in the 25^th NATO Tactical Data Link Symposium, which took place in Calpe, Spain.  The event was well supported by NATO and partner nations, industry, international companies and academia, with circa 150 operators, technicians, trainers and TDL experts representing 21 countries.

 
The event, coordinated by the Data Link Support Staff (DLSS) as part of NATO Headquarters Consultation, Command and Control Staff (NHQC3S), convened a comprehensive agenda which allowed multi-way discussion and engagement opportunities between all attendees.  An expansive range of topics were addressed by detailed presentations, discussions and workshops, all of which built around the conceptual, strategic, technical and operational aspects of TDL technologies and national requirements.
 
Held over four days, the symposium sought to promote a better understanding and unclassified insight into some of the latest advancements in information exchange technologies.  To touch upon but a brief overview of an extensive programme, briefings addressed technical applications of a multitude of TDLs’ training strategies; strategic updates and directives; TDL interoperability evaluation, along with network architecture and designs.
 
Overall, the event allowed SyntheSys Defence to strengthen existing relationships, participate in future development scoping workshops and build new partnerships through a variety of initiatives.  If you would like to know more please contact us via: info@synthesys.co.uk

Kate Chandler takes a Deep Dive into Cross-Domain Safety Assurance for Automated Transport Systems

 

SyntheSys attended the Institute of Civil Engineers in London for the release of the Policy Report Launch of Cross-Domain Safety Assurance for Automated Transport Systems. Led by the University of Warwick, the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG), High Value Manufacturing Catapult, UK Research and Innovation, and more than 30 stakeholders contributed to the year-long project and working party discussions. Launched in March 2022 the project explored a comprehensive approach to cross-domain integration incorporating Air, Maritime and Land to identify common synergies, safety management protocols and systems architecture requirements necessary to achieve the economic potential of the global automated transport ecosystem.

The report presented a number of recommendations with Key Requirements, such as the establishment of associated safety levels, the development of a common safety assurance framework, and the creation of a qualification process for Virtual Test Environments, in order to enable trust in evidence from virtual testing.

Keynote addresses were delivered by the Chair of the Commons Select Science and Technology Committee, the Right Honourable Doctor Greg Clark MP, the Chair of the Transport Select Committee,  Iain Stewart MP and the Shadow Secretary of State for Transport of the United Kingdom, Louise Haigh MP.

Several presentations from international and local cross domain speakers preceded panel discussions on the future challenges facing the implementation of the report findings.  The event concluded with an insight into next steps by the Head of Verification & Validation (V&V) of Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs) at WMG, Professor Siddartha Khastgir.  With closing remarks by the Dean of WMG, Professor, Robin Clark.

Overall a great insight which clearly demonstrates the importance of system’s architecture and associated frameworks.  

If you would like to speak to Kate about the initiatives SyntheSys can support in this area, please start the conversation by emailing info@synthesys.co.uk

For more general information about SyntheSys, visit www.synthesys.co.uk

Pause4Thought – INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional Exam Preparation with SyntheSys Technologies

 

Certification within any industry sector is a sure-fire way to accelerate one’s career, INCOSE Certification adds considerable value to you as a systems engineer because the accreditation formally recognises your systems engineering technical capability.  It can be used as part of the hiring and promotion process and it encourages employee participation in continuing education.  It is also a useful tool for promoting professional competence and provides an independent internal and external assessment.

As the INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification continues to gain traction globally as the defacto, ‘gold standard’ in systems engineering excellence, we are seeing more members of the community approaching us for support in preparing for the examination.

In response, we are inviting members of the community to join us for a short session on 18^th April 2023 at 14:00 which will share some best practice, hints and tips for preparing to sit the INCOSE exam at Associate or Certified level.

Our INCOSE certified trainer, Mark Williamson, will be on-hand to give a high-level view of how the exam is structured and what candidates should consider when embarking on their preparation journey. 

This session will also give candidates some information on the benefits of attending a formal preparation course.

To register your attendance, visit: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/44654cf8-aa11-476c-abd6-ec5887633b82@0e70aa77-c45a-4acc-b9fa-8d2c9d2118dc

Pause4Thought – An Introduction to Systems Engineering with SyntheSys Technologies

 

As the pace of change increases, development processes have adapted to a world where requirements can change at any stage of the life cycle, with a strong focus on the streamlined development of individual subsystems and iterative testing.  But this can give leaders a hard time keeping focus on the big picture.
Systems engineering methods strongly emphasise an ability to model the whole system, alongside a scientific methodology of requirements management, so its approach has to retain the clarity of project definition and process associated with a sequential life cycle model, while embracing the modern engineering reality of recursion, iteration, adaptability and change.

Join SyntheSys Technologies for a short, free introductory session on 18^th April 2023 at 10am to explore why Systems Engineering is widely regarded as a key catalyst for engineering innovation across high-growth manufacturing and engineering sectors.

Our INCOSE certified trainer, Mark Williamson, will be delivering a high-level snapshot overview of the principles and practices of Systems Engineering.  This session will provide some baseline knowledge for those looking to build formal skills in the area and will also give those looking to attend a SyntheSys Technologies course a flavour of our training approach.

To register your attendance, visit: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d1cd421d-368c-4bd7-ae40-f9957f9f26cb@0e70aa77-c45a-4acc-b9fa-8d2c9d2118dc

TDL Technology Magazine Issue 15 Out Now – Net Zero Integration, Interoperability Management and 2023 Tactical Data Link Training

 

Available both in print and online, TDL Technology Issue 15 is out now!  This latest edition offers readers a look at the latest trends, news, and Tactical Data Link (TDL) insights.

For this issue, we have compiled a range of articles covering pertinent subjects including TDL Integration for Net Zero, together with an article from ATEQ Consulting which explores an alternative approach to Interoperability Management.  Our thanks go out to the ATEQ Team for this valued contribution.

As always, you can also read topical news items from the TDL and related defence industry and those interested in developing TDL expertise through training can read further information about our 2023 TDL Training schedule.

"We're thrilled to bring our readers this latest issue of TDL Technology Magazine," said the Editor.  "We believe it's essential to stay up-to-date with the latest developments and our team has worked hard to deliver what we hope will make for an engaging reading experience."

Read issue 15 now: https://tdl-tech.synthesys.co.uk/digital-editions.html

Prefer to flick through the pages?  We will happily send you a copy, simply email: tdltech@synthesys.co.uk

Build a Solid Foundation of Tactical Data Link Knowledge with Free Training in 2023

 

With such a healthy attendance at our 2022 free training series, we felt it only natural to extend the programme into 2023.  We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for a series of free, entry-level Tactical Data Link (TDL) training dates.

We are offering members of the TDL and related defence community an opportunity to gain introductory level knowledge through our short online courses that will cover Network Design, Link 22 and MIDS Link 16.  These short sessions are free to attend and in addition to developing baseline knowledge, give delegates a flavour of our approach to training.

The courses are suited to all levels of personnel; perhaps as your first step in the TDL world or even as a refresher for more experienced professionals.

Find out more about our free online training here: https://www.synthesys-defence.co.uk/free-tdl-training.html

Meet us at the 25th NATO Tactical Data Link Symposium (NTDLS) in Calpe, Spain

 

SyntheSys Defence is pleased to announce its attendance at the 25th NATO Tactical Data Link Symposium (NTDLS) in Calpe, Spain from 27 – 30 March 2023.

This year's symposium will focus on the theme of "Are Tactical Data Links ready for the digital transformation?" and will bring together experts from the military, industry, and academia to share their knowledge and experience on Tactical Data Link (TDL) technologies and processes in an open and collaborative environment.

Managing Director, Mark Hudspeth and Senior Consultant, Kate Chandler will represent SyntheSys Defence at the symposium and are excited to connect with other TDL professionals and discuss this year’s theme.

Mark Hudspeth had this to say: “As we continue to move towards a more digital battlefield, it's important to consider the readiness of Tactical Data Link technology for this transformation.  I'm excited to attend NTDLS 2023 and engage in discussions with other TDL professionals on how we can adapt and optimise TDLs to meet new challenges and maintain information superiority”.

For those interested in SyntheSys' TDL capabilities and resources, visit the SyntheSys Defence website at: https://lnkd.in/egTh8UQH.

Additionally, sign up for the SyntheSys Defence Community Portal to access a full inventory of TDL-related training recordings, downloads, resources, and tools at no cost.  The sign-up process is simple and free, visit: https://lnkd.in/gAvKy-s for more information.