[@Flamelord]

Within the Stargate universe, the Goa'Uld solve many problems through extensive research. Discovering new tech, or nicking someone else's tech, is a great way to develop countermeasures to a particular foe or strategy. Knowing your enemy can make the scientific difference between complete victory and utter defeat, regardless of numbers.

If you want a more creative solution, then study your enemies, and attempt to discover a scientific counter. Regardless of what form the Tyranid may take there is always at least one weakness to their current state, which can be exploited. And when facing an opponent like Tyki, knowing how their assimilation works might assist you in developing a countermeasure. Perhaps a defensive field that hinders this process somehow, better protecting your troops/vehicles.

I encourage any and all factions to attempt to 'advance' in terms of technology, and to develop counters to your opponent. Military science is often as a game of chess, but with many more players.