DECNet Defence Infrastructure Roundtable Series 2025
Roundtable 6: Leveraging AI and Digital Tools in Defence Infrastructure
Date: Thursday, 23 October 2025
Time: 10:00–11:30 am (AEST)
Format: Online event
Cost: Free for Defence Staff and DECNet Pro Members, $110 (excl GST) for Non-Members
Synopsis:
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital technologies presents significant opportunities to revolutionise Defence infrastructure project delivery. Despite potential advantages, including enhanced productivity, cost efficiency, and improved project outcomes, the Defence infrastructure sector has been slow to adopt these emerging technologies.
This roundtable will facilitate a practical discussion about how AI and digital tools can effectively be harnessed within Defence infrastructure. Participants will explore real-world applications, identify current barriers to implementation, and collaboratively develop strategies to accelerate the adoption of digital innovations in project planning, management, and execution.
Key topics to be addressed:
- Overview of current AI and digital technology applications in infrastructure delivery
- Identifying practical use-cases of AI and digital tools specific to Defence infrastructure
- Challenges and barriers hindering wider adoption of digital solutions in Defence projects
- Best practices and actionable recommendations for embedding AI and digital innovations into Defence infrastructure processes
Goals of this roundtable:
- Raise awareness and understanding of practical AI and digital technology applications in Defence infrastructure
- Identify and address specific industry barriers to digital adoption
- Develop concrete strategies to integrate AI and digital tools effectively into Defence infrastructure projects
- Foster collaboration between Defence, industry, and technology experts to advance digital transformation efforts
Who should attend:
- Defence estate and infrastructure leaders
- Technology and digital innovation specialists
- Infrastructure project managers and consultants
- Government representatives involved in digital transformation and innovation
Outcomes:
- Recorded session and detailed recommendations summary published on DECNet
- Formally presented strategies and recommendations to Defence’s Security and Estate Group for evaluation and potential implementation
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