Aerospace and Defense (A&D) Thought Leadership

Our Latest Thinking on Aerospace and Defense

Leaders in aerospace and defense are transforming how they operate to innovate and set themselves up for the future. Explore BCG’s latest thought leadership on aerospace and defense for insight into the challenges the industry is facing and how to overcome them.

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Three Truths About AI in Aerospace and Defense

Sustainable Aviation Fuels Need a Faster Takeoff

The Space Industry Is Booming. Manufacturers Must Catch Up.

Space Services Are the Next Frontier for Industrial Companies

Aerospace and Defense

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April 28, 2025

Measuring Total Societal Impact in Aerospace and Defense

A fact-based assessment of the industry’s economic, societal, and environmental impacts—both positive and negative—can help companies build greater stakeholder trust.

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Defense and Security

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April 8, 2025

Militaries Are Deploying Mission-Based Return on Investment to Make Smarter Decisions

Governments around the world are increasing their defense spending, but a new approach, Mission-Based ROI™, can help ensure that they get the maximum impact from new investments.

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Defense and Security

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February 11, 2025

Overcoming the Six Unspoken Barriers That Impede Defense Innovation

To improve innovation, defense ministries must confront a number of issues that pose outsized constraints but are not fully understood, appreciated, or addressed.

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Defense and Security

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February 16, 2023

The Defense Innovation Readiness Gap Is Widening

New research shows that ministries of defense are losing ground in their campaign to innovate effectively.

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