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The following articles were authored and presented by Booz & Company partners and other senior professionals on a variety of topics in aerospace & defense.

Aerospace & Defense Industry Perspectives for 2012
The global aerospace and defense industry is undergoing dramatic change. In defense, the deepening downturn has many companies evaluating moves into adjacent markets, while in the growing commercial aerospace market, suppliers are strengthening their position with airframe manufacturers.read more >

1% IT in Aerospace and Defense
This article discusses reducing costs while increasing capabilities in the aerospace and defense industry by correctly calibrating IT spend.download (458kb, PDF) >

The Financial Crisis in Aerospace and Defense: Taking Advantage of Economic Chaos
This article discusses how the relative insulation A&D firms have been afforded during the economic crisis will ultimately end and how the crisis will usher in momentous changes.download (319kb, PDF) >

The Future of Green Aviation
This article discusses the future of fuel efficiency and alternative energy in aviation.download (284kb, PDF) >

Further Articles

Design for Affordability

This article discusses what the recession means for the A&D industry, and how A&D companies can ensure their long-term sustainability and profitability. download (385kb, PDF) >