Ofer Yarden, CEO of Omnisys, talks about the company’s actions that could enable the IDF to significantly improve its efficiency through the use of optimized resources and operating systems in battle.
Omnisys was established in 2000 to provide defense establishment with systems engineering consulting services supporting systems development that meet the needs of clients. In 2007, Yarden became the CEO of the company, and over the years the organization has shifted its focus to business.
“We have identified in such a way that there is a missing link between the process of creating and procuring systems by IDF made by technical staff and the ability of operating users to use these systems,” Yarden explained in an interview. “Effective in combat.” Defend Israel.
“We have found that users often do not maximize the potential of the system in battle, resulting in a reduction of operations by tens of percent. We decided to address this missing link and make IDF more effective in Strengthening – Develop and purchase the most appropriate system in the right amount and in the use of force during combat (to use the system in the best way possible for operational missions).
“Together with the Department of Defense Research and Development (DDR & D) and other branches of the IDF, we have developed a great battle planning and management system. These systems utilize state-of-the-art technology, combining complex physics, algorithms and AI that allow decision makers to carry out the core tasks of IDF to make informed decisions.
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Yarden, 55, is married to Galit and the father of Yoav, Yair and Gilad. His career began during his six years of service in the Israeli Air Force, building radar systems both in the Ofek (Operations Program Development) unit and in the IAF equipment branch. He was also on the team that brought the first SAR radar to Israel in the IAF F-4-2000 fighter jet called the MMRS.
“We built and operated on Squadron 201, Israel’s first block of software for aerial radar,” Yarden said. When he left the IAF he founded the Omnisys. “We want to contribute to the security of the state of Israel.”
Yarden outlines a model scenario in which the company helps build a defense sector in the area of force building. “Suppose we want to look at an active defense solution to be used in 10 years. Omnisys has developed a simulation infrastructure that it uses to create simulations for each existing and future defense system.
The simulation also includes complex physics, information, blue and red forces, and any additional related elements. Using these simulations, we evaluate mission performance for current deployments and advise where to invest money to maximize benefits in the face of future threats. Now imagine doing this for air, sea, land, space and spectrum missions, ”Yarden explains.
Potential for billions of savings
“In the arena of the use of force, imagine that a specialized system provides commanders of air defense missions with a real-time picture of the situation of possible and unprotected areas.
“For example, the system can provide various notifications that there are no rockets on a particular rock, that the weather has changed, or that there is new intelligence involved. It also makes recommendations about what should be done to provide the best response to the event. In this way, the commander can control the battle in the best way.
“Imagine that with a mission commander sitting” expert “with great computer power who knows how to guide the next movement effectively at any time. The battle progresses.
“We develop and provide real-time combat planning and management systems. Using state-of-the-art technology in the field of simulation, optimization and artificial intelligence, we enable combat planners and room operators to make the right decisions in real time. “Practically. Optimize or change deployments or change policies in real time to achieve optimal system utilization for missions.”
Who are the people in the company?
“The company employs more than 100 people – engineers, software professionals, physicists, mathematicians and algorithms specialists, operational analysts and more. We have extensive knowledge of IDF core missions as well as the systems used in these missions. Companies are rare. Engineering depth and in-depth understanding of complex fields such as SIGINT radar and electronic warfare. “Used for air defense, intelligence gathering and interception. Among other missions.”
How do you get technical information?
“When the IDF turns to us, it provides the most up-to-date information at its time of distribution. Based on this information, we create simulations and develop our battle and planning systems,” Yarden explains.
Can you expand your combat plan and management system?
“The battle planning and management system we provide to the IDF is an operating system used in the control room to plan pre-battle operations and make real-time battle management decisions. The system provides solutions for IDF core missions. All. Like defense, concentration, intelligence, attack and spectrum control – in the air, at sea and on land.
“The system allows for informed decisions – for example, how to deploy an radar for optimal detection. Also, what to do when a radar is stuck or malfunctioning or when there is new intelligence What a great deployment change. In real time, ”Yarden explains.
“This system is also used to control intelligence gathering using a ventilation system. How to enable optimal space coverage Which platform should be used? Reduce the probability of detecting by the enemy what will happen when some systems are failing or how to control and optimize the spectrum intelligently using cognitive methods. This can save billions in terms of better procurement. And smarter management.
How do you maintain your professional staff over the years?
“Omnisys is the first and foremost home for over 100 wonderful people, each carefully selected. We care about each person, each one is important, each one contributes and each one has an impact. .
“We are guided by the values of a company that was founded about 15 years ago – values related to positive relationships, respect for others and teamwork. It is important for us that people come to work happily in the morning, our relationships are strong, the atmosphere is good, the staff is meaningful and they feel that they are growing, evolving and contributing to Israeli security. Invest a lot in this.
“The company has a rare management team, first-level leaders who work together as a team. Everyone in the company has their own development plan and our excellent HR team invests a lot in our people.” With us. People at all times set the table and listen. I am a big believer in transparency for all. We do quarterly updates throughout the company where we review what we have achieved and what we have not achieved. With our plans for the last quarter and discuss our plans for the next quarter.
„Every Friday I send an email to all staff about what happened that week. All of these aim to keep the relationship going. Each person matters!
“We consider the company’s mission to be a significant contribution to Israel’s national security. Those who come to work at the Omnisys do so out of love for the country, respect for others and integrity – all in order to contribute to the security of Israel. “The state of Israel is very important!”
Do you operate abroad?
“It is very difficult to rely solely on the Israeli defense budget, which relies on the state budget and unfortunately has suffered from instability in recent years. We operate both in Israel and abroad.
“Currently, about 20% of our sales are overseas and we are making significant efforts to expand our operations overseas. The DDR & D and SIBAT departments of the Ministry of Defense are very supportive and helpful and we cooperate. OEM with major Israeli defense companies selling our systems within the framework of their own products.
“We have been integrated into some G2G operations and are looking for more networks. “Today, our system is used by leading armies around the world, such as in the United States, Korea, India, Britain, Finland and more.”
What are your visions for the coming year?
“Our mission is to make a significant contribution to national security, and our goal is to become the world’s best provider of mission optimization systems by 2030. We aim to do this while closely protecting Our unique organizational culture is based on positive relationships, integrity, and the love of others.
“You know, goals without a basic plan are just desirable. So with this vision, we also set an orderly work plan. Every year we choose the main tasks from the plan that we will implement in the year. That.
“All of this is part of our journey to become the best in the world in mission optimization. A large part of these tasks are performed by a team managed by our staff. All employees are moving forward one step at a time in our fascinating journey to becoming the best in the world while contributing significantly to the security of the state of Israel.
