We have begun to live in a world where unpredictability is a part of daily life; where geopolitical tensions are more frequent, recovery timeframes are shorter, keeping economic balance is harder, and trajectories are switchbacked. In a competitive environment overwhelmed by transformation and restructuring, the defining requirement for organisations is no longer speed, quality, or […]
🌐 Navigating a Minefield of Binding Rules In the world of international business, there is a huge new headache: export control. These are the rules some countries use to lock down their sensitive items, such as military items or anything that can be used for both civilian and military purposes (called “dual-use” items). The U.S. […]
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Cybersecurity For security architects, the challenge isn’t just building great systems; it’s building great secure systems. That journey often leads to a dense forest of security frameworks such as Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, and NIST. Each promises a path to better security, but understanding their distinct roles and how they actually apply to architectural design can […]
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Hydrogen In the pursuit of decarbonisation and of a sustainable energy future, hydrogen has firmly been in the spotlight. The promises of hydrogen have been widely publicised in recent years. However, despite significant global investment and ambitious projects, the journey from vision to reality has proven perilous, leaving many casualties behind.. As we approach the first […]
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Sustainability For two days, the ESTEC building in Noordwijk, located close to the North Sea, became the central hub for experts across Europe to discuss the latest advancements in space ecodesign. Airbus Protect, a trusted partner to the space industry for years, was also in attendance, highlighting our expertise in safety, cybersecurity, and sustainability. What is [...]
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Cybersecurity Did you know that Europe is changing the rules of the data game? The Data Act ,(entered into force on 11 January 2024 and into application on 12 September 2025), is a major new regulation designed to make the European data economy more competitive. But what exactly is it, and how does it differ from […]
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Cybersecurity As security architects, we’re responsible for laying the secure foundation for entire systems, encompassing software, hardware, networks, and critical processes. Our architectural decisions ripple throughout the system’s lifecycle, profoundly impacting not just performance, scalability, and maintainability, but, most importantly, the system’s inherent security. In today’s increasingly sophisticated digital landscape, building secure systems is no longer […]
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