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Dynamics with this knowledge that it took a fresh look at the defense industry .
“ In September 2001 , we launched our first surveillance and fire control product called IOTA . The reaction at industry trade shows that year demonstrated that the product was exactly what customers and end users were looking for , and in fact the IOTA is still in service today with over 12 navies around the world including the UK ’ s Royal Navy ’ s Type 23 frigates . From those first defense contracts , Chess continued to grow . The journey has been underpinned by enduring customer relationships , many of which remain to this day ,” he explains .
Tailored solutions for demanding environments
“ From the outset , the company culture has been one of teamwork and partnership . We collaborate with customers and end users to provide a tailored solution to meet their needs and deliver enhanced capabilities . Chess is known as a business that ’ s not afraid of taking on some of the more challenging problems , and always has the drive and determination to deliver the solution . We continue to work closely with our customers and end users , delivering bespoke systems to meet the changing needs of today ’ s armed forces . But at the heart of our success are our employees .
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