SPOTLIGHT: Data-driven decision making in Defence estate management, with Mel Evans and John Parisella

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By: Robyn Tongol

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Ventia’s Melanie Evans, group executive/CIO - digital services, and John Parisella, general manager transformation - defence, join host Liam Garman to unpack how Ventia’s new and emerging data-driven capabilities are supporting decision making in Defence.

In this episode of the Defence Connect Spotlight podcast, Ventia’s Melanie Evans, group executive/CIO - digital services, and John Parisella, general manager transformation - defence, join host Liam Garman to unpack how Ventia’s new and emerging data-driven capabilities are supporting decision making in Defence.

  • Evans and Parisella begin the podcast discussing how Ventia is transforming Defence asset management, including creating digital twins for Defence capabilities the right way through from ships to monitor upkeep to remote Defence assets to maximise workforce outputs.
  • They then unpack their practical approach to data-driven decision making, including the practical application of artificial intelligence to streamline internal policy making.
  • Evans, Parisella, and Garman wrap up the podcast looking at emerging technologies, including predictive analytics to ensure the efficient use of Defence assets.

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The Defence Connect team

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