The theme for this year's annual Defence Innovation Competition - DIC for short - is 'Smart Medics'. With this competition, Defence challenges the business community to come up with new ideas for so-called smart medics systems. On 2 July next, an explanation will be given at the Corporal van Oudheusden Barracks in Hilversum. Registration for this commentary is possible until 26 June at the latest. Registration for the DIC 2020 is possible until 3 September.

The Defence Innovation Competition - DIC for short - was first organised in 2009 and has been an annual feature ever since. With this nationwide innovation competition, Defence challenges startups and small and medium-sized enterprises to launch new ideas that allow military personnel to operate more safely or efficiently.

This cuts both ways. On the one hand, the competition helps Defence to find solutions to defence-specific issues, while on the other, it is the perfect opportunity for SMEs to get acquainted with the Armed Forces. After all, in a regular setting, it is not very easy for SMEs to enter into a fruitful cooperation. However, whoever wins the DIC will not only receive 200,000 Euro to develop the idea further, but will also be assured of the corresponding tender.

Smart Medics
The theme for 2020 is 'Smart Medics'. Smart technology can help improve health care for military personnel. For example, technological developments allow for improved ways of understanding the health and deployability of military personnel. This leads to better care in all circumstances. Furthermore, technology can play a role in prevention, treatment or remote care. It also makes the process of medical transfer faster and more accurate.

Comment
Defence will explain the intentions and expectations of the DIC2020 on 2 July. Location: Korporaal van Oudheusdenkazerne in Hilversum. Register no later than 26 June 12.00 via the message module in Negometrix or by e-mail to M.v.oostveen.01@mindef.nl or S.Scheer@mindef.nl. For more information, see the registration guide.

€200,000
The closing date for entries is 3 September. The jury will then choose 5 finalists. The winner, who will be announced after a presentation on 26 November, will receive €200,000 for a development contract.

https://www.defensie.nl/onderwerpen/innovatie/defensie-innovatie-competitie