Isode XMPP Solution Day: Delivering Reliable, Secure C2 Communications

XMPP (Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol) is an open-standard messaging protocol that enables secure, real-time communication between users and systems. Originally developed for instant messaging, XMPP has evolved into a reliable foundation for military and defence communications.

XMPP offers robust security features, including encryption and authentication, as well as proven interoperability between different systems and organizations. Additionally, it provides network flexibility that works across various connection types.

Join us on Wednesday, 8th October 2025, to learn how the Isode XMPP technology supports the Command & Control (C2) requirements outlined in the UK’s Strategic Defence Review 2025. We’ll show you how Isode’s Swift XMPP Client and M-Link Server Family provide secure, reliable communications for military operations, from data centers to mobile units in remote locations.

During this session, we’ll show you how our XMPP technology solves practical communication challenges faced by NATO and defence organizations. You’ll see demonstrations of secure messaging, NATO interoperability features, and communication systems that maintain performance across different network conditions.

Whether you’re involved in communication system upgrades or need reliable solutions for complex operational requirements, this session will demonstrate how XMPP can improve your communication infrastructure and support the integrated capabilities required for modern defence operations.

Agenda

Introduction to XMPP, what makes it important for military communications, and where the Isode product set sits in the communication chain.

Isode XMPP product overview

• Swift XMPP Client
  • Core functionality overview
  • Administration Interface
  • MUC capabilities
  • Military Forms implementation
  • Interoperability with NATO JChat & other XMPP Clients
• M-Link XMPP Server Family
  • M-Link as a robust and scalable XMPP server
  • In-depth look at M-Link Features
    • Clustering
    • HTTP File Upload
    • Admin Controls
    • Monitoring Tools (Prometheus, Grafana)
  • Demonstrations of server scalability and deployment options
• Constrained Network Operations
  • XMPP messaging for HF networks with high latency optimization
  • M-Link MU Server for mobile units (aircraft, naval vessels) supporting local clients
  • NATO BRIPES Project
  • Demonstration showing performance over HF Radio

Security & Compliance

• Military Security Features
  • Security Labels
  • Message checking
• Data Centric Security (STANAG 4774/4778)
• Cross Domain Solution
  • M-Link Edge as an XMPP boundary Guard
  • Considerations when deploying XMPP in a cross-domain environment

Other XMPP Technology

• Openfire
• NATO J Chat

Product Roadmap

• Swift
• M-Link