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OEMs

Strategic Risk Management & Operational Support for OEMs

OEMs today are operating in a threat environment that shifts constantly, and technology alone won't keep pace with it. What matters is delivering capability that solves a genuine operational problem, meets customer priorities and holds up in an increasingly contested market. EWS has worked alongside OEMs, defence, national security and government customers for over two decades, backed by our proprietary intelligence products. We bring operational experience, threat intelligence and strategic insight together to support OEMs across the capability lifecycle, from identifying emerging threats through to shaping investment and procurement decisions, reducing risk and opening up opportunity along the way.

Understanding where the threat is heading and what customers will need next is half the battle for any OEM. EWS reads market and threat intelligence to help identify evolving operational environments, customer requirements and remaining capability gaps, feeding directly into stronger bids, sharper growth strategies and product roadmaps built on operational reality. Our specialists, many with military backgrounds, and our established global network let us advise on investment and procurement decisions, work directly with customers and end users to test and validate concepts, and put people on the ground across permissive, contested and austere environments.

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Expert Support for OEMs in Risk Management and Operational Readiness

At EWS, we understand the unique demands of the OEM sector. From large defence contractors to government agencies and NGOs, our services are designed to equip your organisation with the expertise necessary to thrive in high-risk environments. Our focus on intelligence, operational planning, and technological advancement enables OEMs to manage risk and enhance their operational readiness.

Building Specialist Capabilities for OEMs

OEMs are integral to the development of specialist technologies and capabilities that support defence and national security. EWS offers a comprehensive range of services to help you develop, implement, and sustain advanced technologies that meet emerging operational requirements.

We provide:

  • Intelligence-Led Decision Making: Leverage actionable intelligence to inform operational strategies and mitigate emerging threats.
  • Advanced Technology Development: Assist in the design and deployment of next-generation systems, focusing on security, electronic warfare, and countermeasures.
  • Bid and Proposal Expertise: Support in crafting precise and competitive proposals for defence contracts, ensuring your organisation secures key opportunities.

Precision Intelligence Support for OEMs

In high-stakes sectors such as defence and national security, reliable intelligence is essential. EWS offers deep intelligence expertise that enables OEMs to stay ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and competitors. Our intelligence services are grounded in the operational experience of military veterans, providing you with a strategic edge.

Open Source Threat Database (OSTD)

Our Open Source Threat Database (OSTD) is a vital resource for monitoring global explosive threats. Tracking IED and RCIED incidents worldwide, the OSTD provides OEMs with critical intelligence to inform risk management strategies and support operational planning.

Key Features:

  • Continuous global tracking of IED and RCIED incidents
  • In-depth technical data and device specifications
  • Daily intelligence updates verified by experienced analysts
  • Integrated multimedia and primary source materials

OSTD provides a reliable, up-to-date foundation for threat intelligence and operational decision-making, helping OEMs identify and address potential risks effectively.

OverSite: UxV Threat Intelligence

For OEMs involved in electronic warfare, countermeasures, and unmanned systems, OverSite delivers critical intelligence on unmanned vehicles (UxVs), including UAVs, UGVs, USVs, and UUVs. This platform offers a comprehensive view of adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), enabling OEMs to stay ahead of evolving threats posed by unmanned systems.

OverSite Capabilities:

  • Threat intelligence reporting on UxV technologies
  • Detailed technical data on unmanned platforms
  • OSINT-driven intelligence collection
  • Tactical analysis of adversary drone capabilities and deployment patterns

By utilising OverSite, OEMs can strengthen their counter-UxV strategies and enhance their broader electronic warfare capabilities.

Tailored Training for OEM Personnel

The effectiveness of any system or technology depends on the skill and readiness of the personnel responsible for its operation. EWS provides expert EW & CEMA training programmes tailored to the specific needs of OEMs, ensuring that your team is equipped with the necessary knowledge and practical experience to handle emerging challenges.

Our training services include:

  • Electronic Warfare and Signals Intelligence: Develop the expertise required to combat sophisticated electronic threats.
  • Counter-IED: Train personnel in the detection and neutralisation of improvised explosive devices.
  • Open Source Intelligence (OSINT): Build capabilities to leverage publicly available data for effective threat analysis.
  • Counter-UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems): Enhance your team’s ability to respond to the growing threat of drones.

Training can be delivered at military facilities worldwide, in operational theatres, or at dedicated training suites in the UK, depending on your requirements.

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Specialist Consultancy for OEMs

EWS provides strategic EW & CEMA consultancy services designed to support OEMs in developing new technologies, refining operational capabilities, and responding to emerging threats. Our consultants combine operational military experience with technical expertise to offer tailored support across various sectors.

Key Consultancy Services Include:

  • Intelligence-Led Capability Development: Strengthen your operational readiness through targeted intelligence insights.
  • Technology Development Support: Collaborate on the development of advanced defence technologies, including EW capabilities and unmanned systems.
  • Bid and Proposal Writing: Receive expert assistance in crafting competitive proposals for defence and security tenders.
  • Market and Competitor Analysis: Gain critical insights into market trends, competitor activities, and emerging threats.

Our consultants work closely with OEMs to ensure that they are equipped with the necessary knowledge to stay ahead in a competitive and fast-evolving landscape.

Engineering Support for OEMs

EWS offers comprehensive engineering services to support the design, development, and maintenance of military and defence systems. Our engineering expertise is grounded in operational experience, providing OEMs with the support necessary to maintain the readiness and effectiveness of critical technologies in high-risk environments.

Engineering Services Include:

  • Deployed System Support: Provide technical support for systems in challenging operational conditions.
  • Operational Equipment Troubleshooting: Offer on-site and remote assistance for system maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Capability Development: Assist in the design and development of systems to meet emerging operational requirements.
  • Technical Support Services: Establish reliable, long-term technical support systems for operational users.

EWS’s engineering services ensure that OEMs maintain the reliability and functionality of their equipment in mission-critical environments.

Supporting OEMs with EW & CEMA Intelligence, Training, Consultancy & Engineering Support

Through our intelligence services, training, consultancy, and engineering expertise, EWS offers OEMs the support required to manage risk, enhance operational readiness, and develop advanced technologies. Led by military veterans with deep operational experience, our team is uniquely positioned to deliver solutions that meet the complex demands of the OEM sector.

Contact EWS today to discuss how we can help you navigate emerging threats, develop new capabilities, and secure your organisation’s strategic objectives.

Electromagnetic Warfare, CEMA and Intelligence Specialists Operating in Security and Defence

Electromagnetic Warfare, CEMA and Intelligence Specialists

Electromagnetic Warfare, CEMA and Intelligence Specialists