Strategic Defence Advisory, Delivered with Precision and Discretion
A trusted partner for organisations navigating complex defence, security, and capability challenges.
Our founder Robbie Hicks is a senior defence strategist with deep operational, technical, and programme leadership experience, Blue 14 provides clear, independent guidance grounded in real‑world credibility.
Professionalism
Teamwork
Decency
Service pillars
Blue 14 offer a wide range of leadership, P3M, and supporting functions to help your business succeed
1. Defence Strategy & Capability Development
Strategic assessments and long‑term capability planning
Independent challenge and decision support
Alignment of operational needs, resources, and risk
Guidance on emerging technologies and force development.
2. Programme & Portfolio Leadership
Oversight of complex, multi‑stakeholder programmes
Governance, risk management, and evidence‑based decision‑making
Recovery and stabilisation of underperforming programmes
Clear reporting and communication for senior leaders and boards
3. Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
Building and strengthening relationships across defence, industry, and government
Cross‑sector collaboration and outreach
Support for international engagement and multinational initiatives
Strategic messaging and narrative development
4. Executive Advisory & Discreet Support
Board‑level briefing, preparation, and decision framing
Independent sounding board for senior leaders
Confidential support on sensitive issues and organisational challenges
High‑quality written outputs, analysis, and strategic communication
Ways of working
Discreet
Engagements are handled with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.
Reliable
Clients can expect consistent delivery, clear communication, and disciplined follow‑through.
Tailored
Support is shaped around each organisation’s context, culture, and strategic priorities.
Pragmatic
Advice is grounded in operational reality and focused on delivering outcomes that matter.