New Defence Requires
New Thinking
We deliver value through market and customer understanding, unique experience and networks, agile operating models, plus a proven track record of reducing Time-to-Market for defence innovations.
Whether you’re a defence actor, an innovation hub, or a private company, we help you bridge the gap between ideas and impact.
Finding the Future
National defence forces and procurement authorities need more than innovation. They need proven, mission-ready solutions. We bridge the gap between emerging technologies and operational readiness, helping ensure that every step is secure, compliant, and effective.
Innovation can be perceived as a disruption to the established procurement processes of existing defence systems. Our expertise lies in applying agile development methods within the defence capability framework.
With decades of experience in both defence and business, we bring unique insight, trusted networks, and a proven track record of accelerating Time-to-Operations.
XD Solutions’ services
- Technology Scouting & Validation: Identify, test, and validate the most promising innovations with confidence.
- Capability Assessment & Compliance: Ensure capabilities meet operational and regulatory requirements.
- Programme & Ecosystem Management: From pilots to full-scale adoption, we manage multi-stakeholder programmes that deliver measurable results.
Making the Match
Defence ecosystems thrive when innovators, defence stakeholders, and industry leaders come together. We design and manage the structures, processes, and partnerships that make this possible — helping clusters, accelerators, and research programmes turn ideas into impact.
Our agile “plan–do–learn” approach and extensive networks help ecosystems deliver real opportunities and lasting value for their members.
XD Solutions’ services
- Matchmaking: Create meaningful connections that drive collaboration and growth.
- Live Testing & Validation: Provide startups and SMEs with operational testing opportunities that accelerate maturity.
- Processes & Scaling: Equip innovators with the pathways they need to succeed.
Bridging the Gap
The defence industry is complex, highly regulated, and relationship-driven. We help innovators, SMEs, and established suppliers translate their technologies into trusted defence solutions, and scale their business with confidence.
We combine deep defence expertise with proven business development know-how. The result: faster market entry, stronger positioning, and sustainable growth.
XD Solutions’ services
- Defence Business Strategy & Market Insight: Navigate defence markets and position your innovation for success.
- Growth Services: Support with M&A, production scaling, and marketing tailored to sensitive markets.
- Support for Implementation: Align operations, supply chains, and business practices with industry standards.
What Sets Us Apart
Market and customer fluency
Agile approach, continuous development and support
Extensive networks and competence pool
Unique experience and deep know-how in defence and technology
Programme: Digital Defence Ecosystem
The Digital Defence Ecosystem is a network of leading Finnish defence and technology companies, and research institutes. Coordinated by XD Solutions, the ecosystem develops and co-innovates New Defence technologies to meet the demands of tomorrow’s battlefield.
Programme: ALSI F-35 IP
XD Solutions served as the Coordinator for the F-35 Indirect Industrial Participation in the Autonomous Land Systems technology area, as appointed by the Finnish Ministry of Defence.
Ready to Shape the Future of Defence?
We are your partner for bridging the gap between ideas and impact. Get in touch and we will find the right solution for you.