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Mission-Ready Software for the Tactical Edge

Disconnected, contested environments demand secure, reliable software. Without a standard baseline, delivery is fragmented. UDS Tactical Edge ensures fast, portable deployments that keep missions moving.
Mission Ready Software for the Tactical Edge
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The challenge

Why Tactical Edge Deployments Struggle

Tactical edge operations often lack a standard software baseline—leading to siloed tools, inconsistent delivery, and complex compliance. Rugged conditions, limited bandwidth, and contested environments only add to the challenge.

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Limited or No Connectivity

Conventional deployment pipelines rely on connectivity, rendering them ineffective in fully disconnected or low-bandwidth operational scenarios.

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Field-Operated Under Pressure

Warfighters, not developers, are responsible for operating and maintaining systems—manual processes under pressure create room for costly mistakes.

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Security & Compliance Risks

Edge deployments must meet strict DoD security mandates—introducing friction, delays, and added risk when handled without automation.

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Hardware & Infrastructure Limits

Field deployments must operate on non-standard hardware, with limited compute, power, and connectivity—requiring highly efficient packaging.

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Time is critical:

Warfare changes quickly. Contested operations demand instant action.

The Solution

UDS Tactical Edge: Built for Operational Readiness

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DoD-Optimized, Mission-Proven

UDS Tactical Edge is field-tested and trusted by DoD branches and defense partners to ensure reliable, secure software delivery in the harshest operational conditions.

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Zero Vendor Lock-In

Built on open standards and OCI-compliant containers, UDS Tactical Edge provides full control over tactical deployments—free of proprietary dependencies.

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Intuitive Field Interfaces

The UDS Mobile interface is optimized for warfighters, enabling fast, error-resistant deployments even in high-stress, time-critical environments.

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Comprehensive Observability

Integrated observability and logging features give real-time insight into deployment status, health metrics, and compliance posture—even at the edge.

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Step-by-Step Process

Reliable Deployments in Contested Environments

UDS simplifies tactical software delivery with a clear, repeatable process—ensuring secure, efficient deployments from base to battlefield, even in disconnected or on-the-move environments.

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Define Tactical Requirements

Select pre-vetted applications from the UDS Airgap Store, complete with compliance metadata and hardened container images—tailored for disconnected, mission-critical environments.

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Package & Harden for Delivery

Leverage UDS to bundle applications with signed images, SBOMs, and CVE validation—integrating with the UDS Operator for policy enforcement and readying packages for offline delivery.

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Deploy Instantly From the Field

Use the mobile deployment app available with UDS UDS Tactical Edge to install software from secure registries—on tablets or rugged edge devices, with no network required.

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Monitor & Maintain Readiness

Track deployment health, compliance posture, and resource usage through command-line observability tools included with UDS Core—ensuring reliable operation across edge environments.

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Tactical Edge Deployment Scenarios

Field Operations & Special Missions

Challenge:

Delivering critical software in highly disconnected, high-stakes operational environments.

Solution:

UDS Tactical Edge enables fast, secure deployment of validated software directly to field devices, ensuring mission continuity without network reliance.

Disaster Response & Emergency Operations

Challenge:

Quickly updating and securing applications in environments with degraded infrastructure.

Solution:

UDS allows first responders to deploy secure, reliable software packages even in blackout conditions—restoring operational capability rapidly.

Remote & Isolated Deployments

Challenge:

Supporting mission teams in isolated regions with limited logistics and connectivity.

Solution:

UDS delivers portable, tamper-proof containers that can be deployed and sustained anywhere, ensuring readiness across distributed teams.