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Commercial technology and the space-based defense data chain

Commercial technology and the space-based defense data chain

The rising use of commercially available components in space systems is driving the new race to space. And with more satellites launched last year than were operating in total in 2010, it’s clear that the need for space-based electronics is growing at an exponential rate.

Mercury Systems

August 24, 2023

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Big data on the modern battlefield

Big data on the modern battlefield

With defense environments evolving and new sensor technology creating an influx of big data and enhanced decision-making capabilities, there is a growing need for high-performance hardware and pretrained artificial intelligence and machine learning models to help commanders tactically and efficiently act and employ assets. Learn more about equipment that scales to meet battlespace needs.

Mercury Systems

August 23, 2023

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A Q&A with Mercury CEO Bill Ballhaus

A Q&A with Mercury CEO Bill Ballhaus

On August 15, the Mercury Systems Board of Directors appointed Bill Ballhaus president and CEO. Get to know the new CEO in this Q&A as he discusses Mercury’s position in the A&D industry, how mindsets and behaviors are central to an organization’s culture, and near- and long-term plans for the company.

Mercury Systems

July 31, 2023

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Evolving the model for defense acquisition

Evolving the model for defense acquisition

Shortening the supply chain process is crucial to the Department of Defense’s ability to solve an ongoing and often-discussed challenge: acquisition reform.

Mercury Systems

July 13, 2023

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