Whole-of-society

Cyber threats, wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, disinformation, and increasing polarisation: the shifting geopolitical landscape has exposed the vulnerabilities of our society. The Netherlands, with its open economy, is particularly sensitive to these threats. Safety can no longer be taken for granted. Nor is it solely the responsibility of defense forces, police, or other services alone—it is a shared responsibility for all of us. This requires concrete policies and actions. Governments, businesses, and citizens must all step up and work together.

A hack at the Dutch police department. Suspicions of Russian sabotage in the Baltic Sea. Global chaos caused by a faulty software update.These incidents highlight the growing pressure on the digital security of our vital infrastructure. How can we strengthen our digital safeguards? And who bears the responsibility? A conversation with Sjoerd van der Smissen, Partner and Industry Leader for Government & Public Services at Deloitte, and Frank Groenewegen, Partner in Cyber Risk at Deloitte.

A group of 22 public-private organisations and aid organisations has united to contribute to strengthening the security and resilience of the Netherlands. Encouraged by a moral appeal from NATO Admiral Rob Bauer, these organisations form a leading group that feels socially responsible to work together for a safer and more resilient Netherlands.

To be effective, militaries must routinely change to keep pace with new technologies, talent demands, and processes. The Deloitte Centre for Government Insights is helping militaries understand these shifts through innovative research designed to give militaries pragmatic recommendations as they prepare for the future of warfighting.”