Why IETM Has Become a Mandatory Deliverable for the Indian Armed Forces

How digital transformation is reshaping defence documentation and maintenance in India.

1. Digital Transformation of Defence Maintenance

The Indian Armed Forces are moving away from paper-based technical manuals toward digital, interactive, and network-enabled documentation.

This shift aligns with India’s push for:

  • Digital India mission
  • Indigenization under “Atmanirbhar Bharat”
  • Smart maintenance and logistics management systems

Hence, IETM (Interactive Electronic Technical Manual) has replaced bulky printed manuals as the new standard.

  • Digital India mission
  • Indigenization under “Atmanirbhar Bharat”
  • Smart maintenance and logistics management systems
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