Technology Watch/Horizon Scanning

Abstract

The Technology Watch/Horizon Scan Program supports strategic intelligence analysis by providing global science and technology (S&T) awareness and context in order to inform Defense technology, engineering & acquisition planning for decision-makers in an uncertain future. The primary objectives are to 1) Identify and contextualize emerging disruptive technologies (EDT) for the Department of Defense and its senior leadership; and 2) Track global technology trends that challenge fundamental assumptions underpinning current operations and shaping the future of war. Leveraging technology watch and horizon scanning (TW/HS) capabilities and scouting areas of global technology development, the program’s end-state is to inform the Department’s senior leadership on where best to invest resources in technology areas to maintain or regain global competitive advantage. The program complements this with tailored technical assessments that identify the military relevance, research opportunities, and policy recommendations for emerging and disruptive technologies.

Document Details

• Document Type: Project
• Publication Date: Oct 01, 2021
• Source ID: 177_0603288D8Z_3_0400_PB_2021

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Readers

• Defense Technology Research and Development.
• Strategic Security Studies