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E.A.J. Wolfs

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Master thesis (2026) - E.A.J. Wolfs, M.H. Arkesteijn, A. Straub
This thesis explores acceleration interventions to enhance the modernisation and expansion pace of the Dutch Defence real estate portfolio. The transition to a real estate portfolio that supports military readiness in light of the deteriorating European security conditions is hindered by a series of complex systemic bottlenecks, including fragmented governance, restrictive regulations, deficient information, and a lack of execution capacity. Adopting a mixed method, design-oriented approach, this thesis focuses on designing implementable solutions through iterative design cycles that bridge theoretical frameworks and the findings from an empirical study involving (inter)national professionals into a targeted strategy to the Dutch Defence case. Results indicate that the ‘Defence Real Estate Acceleration Model’, has the potential to fundamentally accelerate real estate modernisation and expansion for the Dutch Ministry of Defence by introducing interventions that address the limiting factors. ...