BLUF
Relying on one premium capability is no longer sustainable; combining high-end platforms with cheaper, specialised alternatives improves resilience, coverage, and adaptability while easing industrial strain. Mixed capability spreads production/operational risk.Learning Outcomes
- Understand strategic trade-offs — the article explains how cost, capacity, and capability interact over time.
- Assess force design choices — it shows why diversity in platforms improves resilience and effectiveness.
- Recognise industrial constraints — it highlights how production limits shape long-term outcomes.
