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What does it mean?
Both the nation and its enemies innovate to protect or harm.
In plain terms
We innovate just as much as our enemies to.
What can you take from it?
Continuous innovation is necessary for security.

Where it applies

  • security briefings
  • defense planning
  • strategy meetings

Putting it to work

  • motivating teams
  • justifying R&D
  • analyzing threats

Questions to consider

  • How do you stay ahead of threats?
  • What drives innovation in your field?

Another view

Innovation can also escalate conflicts.

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