Office of Defence Industry Support(ODIS)

Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS)

The Office of Defence Industry Support (ODIS) serves as the key connection point between Australian small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the Defence sector. Designed to make engagement with Defence easier and more effective, ODIS offers direct support to help businesses enter and grow within the industry.

With industry engagement teams across the country, ODIS provides advisory services, expert guidance, and tailored mentoring to strengthen SME capability and readiness. The office works in close collaboration with state and territory governments, industry bodies, and Defence partners to ensure the Australian Defence Force is equipped and sustained through a strong and competitive local supply chain.

ODIS Services Include:

• Expert defence business advice to improve SME competitiveness and supply chain readiness

• Connecting SMEs to Defence procurement pathways by identifying current and future capability needs

• Linking innovative businesses directly with Defence end users

• Supporting SMEs in navigating Defence projects, programs and industry innovation initiatives

• Facilitating tailored grant programs to help SMEs meet Defence requirements over the short, medium, and long term