Key challenges in the A&D industry
The aerospace and defense industry is facing unprecedented challenges, requiring innovative and intelligent solutions.
Supply chain disruptions
Agility and resilience are essential in the face of rapid change and disruptions. Data analytics and scenario planning help assess the impact on the supply chain and financial performance, ensuring business continuity and recovery.
Cost pressure
Suppliers are under constant pressure to produce more at lower cost. Rising raw material and energy prices are reducing margins. Automation and process optimization are critical to remain competitive.
Regulation and compliance
Strict regulations (e.g. ITAR, AS9100) and mandatory certifications represent a major challenge for companies. delaware helps embed compliance into business processes to pass audits smoothly.
Talent shortage
The shortage of skilled engineers and an aging workforce are slowing innovation. Automation and skills development help mitigate these challenges.
Volatile customer demand
Customers demand greater customization at lower cost. Without flexibility in production and planning, companies risk missing opportunities or building unnecessary inventory.
Fragmented and outdated IT
Many companies still rely on legacy systems (SAP ECC) and must migrate to SAP S/4HANA by 2027. An intelligent ERP enables integrated and modernized processes to remain competitive.
The delaware approach
Our proven methodology supports your digital transformation step by step.
Optimize
Strengthen your existing operations by deploying a stable and scalable digital core.
Integration of fragmented processes
Reduction of manual effort and costs
Operational excellence
Standardization of practices
Result: a solid digital foundation to support growth.
Grow
Connect your systems to real-world production using IoT, advanced analytics, and automation.
Real-time supply chain visibility
Predictive maintenance
Intelligent automation
Advanced analytics
Operational responsiveness
Result: a connected and agile organization.
Transform
Leverage data and technology to reinvent your business model.
Digital twins and predictive services
Proactive decision-making
New revenue models
Customer-centric innovation
Sustainable competitive advantage
Result: a forward-looking enterprise, ready for the future.
Run
Ensure long-term stability and performance of your digital systems.
Continuous improvement
Support & assistance
Enhanced security
Training & upskilling
System sustainability
Result: a robust and resilient organization.
Benefits for your business
Turn challenges into opportunities with our integrated approach.
Increased agility
Respond quickly to market changes and disruptions.
Cost efficiency
Automate and optimize to reduce waste and overhead.
Holistic visibility
Real-time insights for informed decision-making.
Quality and compliance
Built-in compliance to pass all audits.
Customer-centric innovation
Deliver customized products and services faster.
The integrated delaware approach enables A&D companies to address today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s.Ineke Daenen, Sales Director Manufacturing, delaware
FAST A&D : your intelligent ERP for Aerospace & Defense
SAP S/4HANA certified solution
delaware developed FAST A&D, an SAP S/4HANA–certified solution covering all core business processes of A&D companies.
Fast and flexible production of customized products
Detailed, end-to-end operational visibility
Responsiveness to changing demand
Agility to adapt to industry evolution
Why choose delaware?
Our expertise and tailored approach make the difference.
Comprehensive expertise
Combining IT know-how with deep A&D industry knowledge.
Proven experience
More than 100 A&D customers worldwide.
Local presence, global vision
Understanding local specificities with international benchmarking.
Agile and collaborative approach
Solutions aligned with your company culture.
Continuous support
Ongoing support, training, and optimization after go-live.
Solutions for the A&D sector
The rapidly growing A&D sector requires efficient management of complex programs, from design to launch.
Advanced project tracking
Programs are often long-term, involve multiple partners, and require extreme precision. With our integrated ERP and PLM solutions:
You achieve full traceability of activities and deliverables
You monitor technical, financial, and regulatory progress in real time
You simplify collaboration between teams, suppliers, and institutions
Result: greater visibility, fewer delays, and better cost control.
Resource planning
Project success depends on precise coordination of human, material, and financial resources. delaware helps you:
Anticipate engineering and production needs
Allocate resources to the right projects at the right time
Optimize the use of scarce and costly materials
Result: more reliable planning, less waste, and improved project profitability.
Risk management
Safety, compliance, and quality are especially critical in this sector. Our solutions integrate:
Proactive risk and non-conformance management tools
Monitoring of international regulations and quality standards (e.g. ECSS, ITAR)
Scenario simulation capabilities to anticipate impacts
Result: compliant, safe, and resilient programs.
Operations launch
From testing to production, every step must be perfectly coordinated. delaware provides:
Detailed launch milestone planning
Tools to coordinate multiple stakeholders (engineers, subcontractors, agencies)
Real-time dashboards for transparency and rapid response to change
Result: better preparation, secure launches, and faster reaction to unexpected events.
Ready to secure the future of your A&D operations?