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The Designs for Defence Framework

The Designs for Defence framework establishes rigorous standards and methodologies for digital delivery in the defence sector. Created to address the unique challenges of defence projects, this framework provides organisations with structured approaches to security, compliance and stakeholder engagement throughout the digital delivery lifecycle. By adopting these standards, teams can ensure their digital solutions meet the exacting requirements of defence sector projects whilst maintaining operational security.

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Pan Galactic

Phase 2 Website and Investors Portal for Award-Winning Space Tech Company

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Sunray Engineering

New website with Headless CMS and custom DAM software for Engineering firm

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Magrathea Space Systems

Website and Branding for Space Tech R&D company

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Scenepro

Website design and development for leading forensics and analytics solution

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Wyke College

Bold and colourful website for sixth-form college with a difference

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Why we created the Designs for Defence Framework

The Designs for Defence framework addresses a critical gap in defence sector digital delivery. While robust frameworks exist for application development and end-user solutions, there has historically been no standardised approach for marketing, design and front-end digital experiences in defence. This absence has led to inconsistencies in security protocols, stakeholder engagement and compliance adherence across customer-facing digital solutions. Our framework establishes clear standards for these crucial touchpoints, ensuring that public-facing digital assets maintain the same rigorous security and compliance standards as backend systems. By standardising these processes, we enable defence organisations and their delivery partners to create impactful digital experiences without compromising on security or operational integrity.

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Training and Implementation support to adopt the framework and become an approved supplier

We provide comprehensive support for organisations implementing the Designs for Defence framework within their operations. Our training programmes equip teams with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively adopt and integrate these standards into their digital delivery processes. Through structured workshops, documentation and ongoing consultancy, we help organisations establish robust governance around their defence sector digital projects. Whether you're a delivery partner working with defence clients or an internal team managing digital presence, our support ensures successful framework implementation whilst maintaining security and compliance requirements.

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Core Principles

The Designs for Defence framework is built upon six core principles that ensure digital delivery meets the rigorous demands of defence sector projects. These principles establish the foundation for secure, compliant and effective digital solutions while maintaining operational integrity.

Security-First Design

Every element of digital delivery must be approached with security as the foundational consideration, integrating protective measures and risk mitigation from conception through to deployment.

Stakeholder Integration

Complex defence sector projects require continuous engagement with multiple stakeholder groups. The framework ensures structured communication protocols and clear approval pathways.

Compliance by Design

Regulatory compliance and industry standards are embedded within each phase of delivery, ensuring adherence to defence sector requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Technical Precision

Rigorous technical standards and quality assurance processes ensure deliverables meet the exacting requirements of defence sector applications.

Controlled Innovation

Innovation must be balanced with security considerations, enabling advancement while maintaining operational integrity and risk management.

Secure Collaboration

Established protocols for secure information sharing and collaborative working, ensuring protected communication channels and controlled access throughout delivery.