Integrated Value Chains in Aerospace and Defense

Managing relationships and complexity up and down the value chain
The aerospace and defense industry is enjoying its strongest market ever, according to the 2007 Aviation Week A&D Programs Conference. Demand by the world’s airlines continues to increase, government defense spending is at its highest in decades, production is at record levels, the roll-out of new commercial and defense aircraft continues unabated and more innovative technology is required at a faster-than-ever pace. Given these dynamics, the industry is compelled to move toward more integrated value chains—building collaborative partnerships between manufacturers and suppliers to capture significant opportunities in competitive advantage. The challenge, however, continues to be managing relationships and complexity in execution.

Learn more about the 2008 Aerospace & Defense Value Chain Study.