British Army's Approach to Artificial Intelligence

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What is the primary purpose of the British Army's Approach to Artificial Intelligence?

To transform the Army's operational environment

To develop AI technology for commercial use

To challenge the capabilities of adversaries

To accelerate the adoption of AI and become AI-ready (correct)

What is the driving force behind the Army's adoption of innovative technologies like AI?

To invest in emerging technologies for their own sake

To keep pace with the rapid evolution of the operational environment (correct)

To maintain the status quo of military capabilities

To counter the threats posed by environmental change

What is the significance of the phrase 'at the pace of relevance' in the context of the Army's approach to AI?

It means adopting AI technology in line with the Army's operational needs (correct)

It highlights the need for rapid modernization of the Army's capabilities

It refers to the speed at which AI technology is developed

It emphasizes the importance of staying ahead of adversaries in AI adoption

What is the primary concern that drives the Army's investment in AI technology?

The investment of adversaries in AI technology Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of the British Army's Approach to Artificial Intelligence?

To achieve competitive advantage through AI adoption Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Research & Experimentation team in the context of AI adoption?

To support at pace adoption of novel AI capabilities for whole force benefit Signup and view all the answers

What is the Army's approach to data management?

Data is a strategic asset, and its ownership must be embraced by Army business areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Army Data Governance Office (DGO) in the context of AI adoption?

To support the Army's data management efforts in accordance with ACSO 1813 Signup and view all the answers

Who will comprise the skilled hybrid team in the Research & Experimentation team?

A team comprised of Regulars, Reservists, Specialists, and Civilians Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the quality of data and AI readiness in each business area and programme?

The quality of data has a significant impact on AI readiness Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Research & Experimentation team in terms of novel AI technologies?

To identify and understand novel AI technologies as they emerge Signup and view all the answers

What is critical to successfully scaling AI across the whole force?

The data environment, the data itself, and the infrastructure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for ensuring data sovereignty in the Army?

To ensure accountability and ownership Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important enabler to deliver AI at scale in the Army?

The Army's own people Signup and view all the answers

What should the Army do regarding talent acquisition and retention?

Retain existing talent through training and education Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate goal of data curation in AI development?

To ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI outputs Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of recognizing digital, data, and the application of machine intelligence as a career path?

Establishing a central team of talent Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge in utilising large amounts of non-sovereign data for AI?

Developing appropriate governance to assure data provenance and integrity Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of not having appropriately trained and knowledgeable personnel in key positions?

Information asymmetry leading to poor technology purchases Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Data Fabric in AI development?

To ensure AI readiness in the Army Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of exercising sovereignty over data in the Army?

To ensure accountability and ownership of data Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to develop infrastructure and supporting networks from the outset?

To achieve successful AI adoption from back office to the battlefield Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of ensuring data is enduring in the Army?

To ensure data is available as an asset beyond individual projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of surfacing vulnerabilities in AI development and operational phases?

To develop a risk calculus for AI system deployment Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of the 'Protect' phase of the Army's AI strategy?

Developing methods to counter adversarial AI use Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the AAIC in the 'Counter' phase of the Army's AI strategy?

Employing obfuscation methods to prevent digital footprint detection Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 'human-centric interaction' in the context of the Army's AI strategy?

It leads to the creation of a digital footprint that can be tracked by adversaries Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the Army's investment in AI technology and services?

To build and maintain AI readiness across the Army Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of understanding current and future adversary AI capabilities in the context of the Army's AI strategy?

It allows the Army to anticipate and respond to AI-based threats Signup and view all the answers