The battlefield is changing faster than traditional defence development can keep up. As threats evolve and the cost of protection rises, how can defence systems remain effective without becoming economically unsustainable?

The presentation explores the changing economics of modern warfare, focusing on adaptability, modularity and cost-conscious defence solutions. SCATA's recently introduced VARDE mobile air-defence system provides a practical example of how new technologies can help address the growing imbalance between the cost of emerging threats and the cost of countering them.