Specific issues in management of large international research projects in the field of security and defence

This article presents specifi c characteristics of large international research projects in the area of security and defence. It is based on the experience of the authors gathered while managing international research projects realised within 7th EU Framework Programme, European Defence Agency (EDA) programmes etc. The issues of project size, international and research character are described in the article. Specifi c elements that characterise projects in security and defence fi eld are also identifi ed and discussed. Finally selected key factors determining the success of such projects are mentioned.