A Structured Pathway Into the Defence Market
The Defence Readiness Operating System™ (DROS™) is a structured framework that guides companies from initial interest in defence to becoming credible,
procurement-ready suppliers.
The Opportunity
Canada is significantly increasing defence spending over the coming decade as it
modernizes military capabilities and strengthens domestic supply chains.
As part of this effort, the federal government is actively encouraging more
Canadian SMEs to participate in defence programs and industrial supply chains.
The Problem
Despite the opportunity, most companies struggle to enter the defence market due to:
- Complex procurement systems
- Controlled Goods Program (CGP) requirements
- Security and compliance expectations
- Difficulty connecting with defence primes
- Lack of a structured defence capture strategy
The Solution - DROS™
DROS™ provides a structured pathway that helps companies systematically prepare
for and pursue defence opportunities.
Rather than navigating the defence market through trial and error, organizations
follow a defined progression that builds readiness, capability, and positioning.
3 Core Objectives
Confirm Defence Market Fit
Identify where company capabilities align with defence programs,
platforms, and production requirements.
Achieve Defence Readiness
Prepare for regulatory, security, and compliance requirements,
including Controlled Goods Program readiness.
Align With Defence Supply Chains
Position the organization with prime contractors and develop
a structured defence capture strategy.
The DROS™ Progression Path
Stage 1 - SME Interest
Companies interested in defence but facing procurement, compliance, and CGP barriers.
Stage 2 - DROS™ Implementation
Deployment of the DROS™ framework focused on market fit, readiness, and supply chain alignment.
Stage 3 - DROS™ Certified
A defined defence strategy, identified programs, and a structured capture roadmap are established.
Stage 4 - Defence Ready Supplier
CGP registered and fully positioned to pursue defence contracts and engage with prime contractors.
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Organizations That Complete DROS™ Gain:
- A defined defence market strategy
- Identified defence programs and prime contractors
- A structured defence capture roadmap
- Positioning within defence supply chains
- Positioning within defence supply chains