Ukraine's Young Arms Chief Boosts Production Amid Missile Strikes

The upcoming NATO Summit in Vilnius should prioritize investing in software and data-driven platforms as a core capability for defense. Ukraine has demonstrated the effectiveness of incorporating commercially available software into its military operations, improving performance and extending the lifespan of legacy hardware. The war in Ukraine has highlighted the importance of data integration and interoperability, with software serving as a strategic enabler for joint and distributed military operations. NATO countries should view software as an essential capability and allocate investment accordingly, adjusting procurement cycles and partnering with the private sector to close the innovation gap. Ukraine's technological advancements in defense should serve as a model for NATO allies in maintaining a military advantage and credible deterrence posture in the 21st century multidomain war environment.