The Ministry of Defence's (MOD) Defence Data Management Strategy, introduced in 2020, aims to treat data as a strategic asset, prioritizing its integration and usability alongside developing skilled personnel and positioning Defence as data leaders. As the 2025 target approaches, efforts continue to overcome challenges such as siloed systems and the complexities of AI accessing sensitive data, necessitating robust accountability and visibility measures. The strategy includes six data management rules focusing on data sovereignty, standardization, exploitation, security, curation, and retention, all of which aim to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making. Elastic's solutions are highlighted as instrumental in achieving these goals by providing comprehensive visibility, auditability, and protection across data lifecycles, enabling Defence to manage data effectively while maintaining compliance and fostering innovation through collaboration with partners and allies.