Open Innovation in the Research and Development Projects of the Defence Technology Institute

Abstract

This analysis aims to 1) propose the adoption of the “Open Innovation” concept in the research and development projects of the Defence Technology Institute (DTI) to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and expand capabilities in defense technology development. By integrating knowledge and competencies from both internal and external sources—such as universities, research institutes, and private sectors—the concept seeks to upgrade existing products to achieve higher levels of competitiveness and innovation. Open Innovation mitigates siloed operations and fosters project integration, resulting in a diverse range of products that can swiftly and flexibly meet the demands of domestic and international markets. The study also demonstrates a matrix matching study to facilitate the integration of existing technologies. 2) analyze the application of technology in current conflict systems, which increasingly involve economic considerations and the continuity of supply chains. Additionally, this study identifies critical success factors, such as effective intellectual property (IP) management, the integration of technologies, and partnership building. The findings reveal that employing Open Innovation can significantly enhance DTI’s capability to develop cost-effective, high-performing defence equipment in line with the “Low Technology Supremacy” concept. This approach addresses contemporary warfare and conflict dynamics more effectively than conventional research and development methods, which often require starting from scratch and incur significant time and financial cost.