ProductTank #41 - Innovation in Defence Tech

About Eunice
Eunice is a Product Manager at the Digital Ops-Tech Centre (DOTC) of the Singapore Armed Forces, working on innovative technological solutions for the public sector. She has led the successful launch of a proprietary tool that supports media asset organisation, while enhancing cross-functional collaboration across the government. Leveraging her experiences in the private sector, Eunice is committed to driving public sector efficiencies through technology.

Talk Synopsis:
On the Front Lines: Media Management Innovation in Defence
Join Eunice as she unveils the journey of developing DOTC's pioneering media management tool – Pinpoint – designed to meet the unique demands of defence and public service sectors. This talk will explore the multifaceted role of a DOTC Product Manager through a feature-centric case study, with insights on nuances in the Singaporean defence context. The talk will also reflect on Eunice’s personal experiences, encapsulating the transformative impact of DOTC's mission to foster a culture of innovation.

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About John
John is the Product Manager and Section Head for People at RSAF Agile innovation Digital (RAiD), where he leads the development of QualiFly, an end-to-end qualification management platform designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the engineering and maintenance workforce. He is also the lead for Project 300X, which focuses on accelerating software releases within a secure defence enterprise cloud environment.

With over a year of experience in product management and 8 years background in strategic plans and systems engineering, John brings a unique perspective to product management. John holds certifications in Scrum and Project Management and advanced degrees in business and systems engineering from the Quantic School of Business & Technology and University College London. Outside of work, he enjoys playing drums, pickleball, and exploring the world of quantitative finance.

Talk Synopsis:
5 Lessons We Learnt from Building QualiFly and Project 300X: A Product & Strategic Business Process Re-engineering Journey
Join John as he shares key learnings and insights from managing two transformative projects: QualiFly, a platform designed to streamline qualification processes for Air Force Engineers (AFE), and Project 300X, a mission to accelerate software deployment within defence-grade environments. This talk will cover the challenges, breakthroughs, and practical lessons gained from these two initiatives.

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Agenda:
7.00pm - Registration + Networking
7.20pm - Opening by ProductTank
7.30pm - Talks and Q&A
8.30pm - More networking
9.30pm - End