Militaries are turning toward cloud computing for hosting their digital assets in a unified security platform to promote cross-branch collaboration and manage security risks effectively. This analysis examines current megatrends, identifies key cloud service providers and companies to watch, and analyzes relevant projects and contracts. It also explores the role of the cloud in the regional military landscape and technology trends sparking innovation in the industry.

• Why will sourcing directly from original equipment manufacturers rather than developing from scratch enable faster acquisition and deployment for defense departments?
  
• How is the United States streamlining software procurement with the Department of Defense's Software Acquisition Pathway, and which growth prospects will impact future potential?
  
• How can you address growth gaps amidst the impact of inflation on the real value of long-term contracts over time?