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Thales is advancing its DigitalCrew software to enhance threat prioritization and assess second-order effects, as stated by Stewart MacPherson at the International Armoured Vehicles (IAV) 2026 conference in Farnborough, UK. The initiative involves collaboration with the UK Ministry of Defence's Armoured Trials and Development Unit to evaluate cognitive responses under pressure and cognitive loads, aiming to reduce the cognitive burden on operators.

Future updates to DigitalCrew will feature 'machine as the consumer' capabilities, where algorithms will analyze machine video feeds alongside human inputs. The Thales team is also engaging with British Army operators to refine decision-making processes for target engagement, focusing on delivering actionable insights without overwhelming users.