Defence & Security
Knowit contributes to strengthening the resilience of Sweden and Europe by supporting government agencies, the defence industry, and strategic partners with the technology and expertise needed to protect democracy, freedom, and an open society. Operating at the intersection of civil and military activities, we help accelerate the development and introduction of new defence capabilities.
Contact usConsolidated expertise with high delivery precision
Organisations within defence and security operate in complex, safety-critical environments with demanding requirements for interoperability, tempo, and reliability. In a context shaped by the development of total defence, increasing modernisation requirements, and adaptation to NATO standards, solutions and expertise are needed that can be developed, integrated, and sustained across the full lifecycle.
Knowit's offering within defence and security is built on long-term collaboration, assured delivery, and the ability to translate innovation into operational effect.
30+ years of collaboration with the defence industry
With over 30 years of collaboration with the Swedish Armed Forces, FMV, and the defence industry, Knowit is an established and trusted partner within defence and security. Our experience spans long-term, safety-critical assignments where continuity and accountability are paramount.
Assured delivery in safety-critical environments
Knowit supports organisations operating in environments with stringent requirements for structure, traceability, and control. Our ways of working ensure reliable delivery in requirements-driven assignments where the consequences of failure are significant.
Civil innovation driving defence capability
By combining civil technology development with a military context, Knowit helps reduce lead times from need to effect. This enables interoperable solutions with clear operational value, developed to function in collaboration over time.
Collaboration across the defence ecosystem
Knowit has the capability to operate in assignments where the Swedish Armed Forces, FMV, and industry share responsibilities and requirements. Drawing on experience from multi-party deliveries and joint commitments, Knowit contributes to the development and sustainment of defence capability across organisational and technical boundaries.
Proven Experience in Long-Term and Safety-Critical Assignments
Capabilities that strengthen defence and security
Organisations within defence and security operate in complex environments with high demands for interoperability, tempo, and security. Knowit addresses these requirements through end-to-end support spanning the full lifecycle. Our offering is structured around capability areas that together support the development and sustainment of defence capability:
Command and communication systems
Technical systems that strengthen command, situational awareness, and collaboration in defence operations.
- Sensor and information systems
- Command systems and C2
- Communication systems
Systems development in requirements-driven and safety-critical environments
Development of systems in safety-critical and regulated contexts with high demands for quality and control.
- Systems engineering and architecture
- System security and information security
- Requirements management, verification, and validation
Lifecycle support and sustainment of defence capability
Support to ensure function, availability, and effect across the full system lifecycle.
- Integrated Logistics Support (ILS)
- Transition, operations, and management
- System and capability sustainment
Analysis and execution in defence assignments
Support in both early-phase and long-term assignments where structure and quality are critical.
- Pre-studies and analysis
- Independent review and quality assurance
- Resource and competence support, and full-scope commitments
How Knowit delivers within defence and security
Knowit delivers these capabilities through both product solutions and consulting services, tailored for safety-critical and long-term assignments.
Product solutions
Knowit offers product solutions within defence and security developed for use in safety-critical and operational environments. The solutions strengthen command, situational awareness, and collaboration through interoperable systems that can be integrated into existing structures and sustained over time.
Consulting services
Knowit provides consulting services within defence and security for government agencies and the defence industry in safety-critical and requirements-driven environments. With extensive experience from complex and long-term assignments, Knowit supports the development, introduction, and sustainment of defence capability across the full lifecycle.
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