The Joint Interagency Field Experimentation (JIFX) program, hosted by the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS), stands as a beacon for innovation, an incubator for transformative ideas. It brings together military, government agencies, industry, and academia to test and evaluate emerging technologies in realistic field environments. At Hadean, we’ve embraced JIFX because it represents everything we value: collaboration, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of improvement. Here’s why we loved being a part of this incredible event!
Austere by Design
JIFX thrives on its challenging environment. The event is intentionally set up to push participants out of their comfort zones, testing capabilities in conditions that mirror real-world challenges. For us, this was perfect. High consequence users, those who rely on technology to perform in life and death situations, demand solutions that work flawlessly under pressure. By testing in austere conditions, we ensure our technology evolves to meet these demands, no matter how tough the scenario.
Collaboration is Expected
At Hadean, we believe that the best outcomes are achieved when diverse minds come together. JIFX fosters this ethos, creating a space where collaboration is not only encouraged, but expected. Our technology is designed to be enabling, and we seize every opportunity to work with other innovators to deliver solutions greater than the sum of their parts. Whether it’s sharing data, integrating systems, or brainstorming new ideas, collaboration is foundational to our mission. We adopt and drive an ecosystem approach to delivering impact, so this environment is ideal for finding like-minded innovators.
Develop Now!
Speed is critical in technology development, and JIFX enables rapid iteration. We got to build, test, and refine our features and functionality in real time, with invaluable feedback from users. This feedback loop is crucial; it allows us to address issues and make improvements on the go, ensuring that our solutions are not only innovative but also user-centric.
Failure = Learning
At JIFX, failure is seen as a stepping stone to success. If you’re not finding things to fix, you’re not looking hard enough. This mindset resonated deeply with our team. Each failure is a learning opportunity, a chance to make our technology more robust and reliable. It’s an environment where mistakes are embraced as part of the growth process.
Inclusive by Nature
Innovation is a team sport, and every perspective matters. JIFX excels in fostering cognitive diversity, bringing together minds from different disciplines, backgrounds, and experiences. This inclusivity not only sparked novel concepts but also made the experience more engaging and fun. When everyone has a seat at the table, the possibilities are limitless.
Collaborating at the Event
JIFX also provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with some of the most forward-thinking organisations in the tech ecosystem. Here are a few we had the pleasure of working with:
Innovative Algorithms: Their cutting-edge C-UAS, EW, and ground-based movement sensors feed Cursor-on-Target data into our systems, providing a powerful layer of situational awareness.
GreenSight: Leveraging their UAS, we seamlessly integrate Cursor-on-Target data for enhanced operational insight.
Neurocom: Their Tactile Augmentation (TAG) system brings a new dimension to situational awareness. By orchestrating live data through Hadean and delivering it via haptic feedback, Neurocom helps users navigate and communicate in complex environments.
Clara Copilot: This partnership brings narrative intelligence to the forefront, enriching our systems with timely, location-specific insights to better understand the human terrain.
Chiral Software: Their Zombie Cam product provides critical Cursor-On-Target data, enhancing our ability to respond to dynamic scenarios.
Transparent Sky: Using their 3D mapping data from Wide Area Motion Imagery (WAMI), we gained new perspectives and insights, further refining our capabilities.
JIFX is crucial for innovation, collaboration and growth. We were proud to be part of this vibrant community of thinkers and doers. Every interaction, every test, and every lesson learned at JIFX helps us push the boundaries of what’s possible.