The Kill Chain - Planning for the Conflicts of Tomorrow

Explore the future of military strategy and technology in this thought-provoking 51-minute talk featuring Christian Brose, Chief Strategy Officer of Anduril Industries, moderated by David Ignatius from The Washington Post. Delve into the challenges facing modern military systems, the evolution of defense strategies, and the potential impact of emerging technologies like machine learning. Gain insights on how new entrants in the defense industry can innovate, the role of Congress in military decision-making, and the importance of balancing traditional and cutting-edge approaches. Engage with audience questions addressing future pandemics and other critical topics, offering a comprehensive look at the complexities of planning for tomorrow's conflicts.

Intro
Why We Have a Problem
How Did We Get Here
The Nature of the System
What is Anderl
How new entrants can do better
The right balance for the military
The capacity of Congress
The value of machine learning
Questions from the audience
Future pandemics
Question
Answer
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