Defense Systems
DOD Should Map the Competing Incentives that Hinder Innovation, Says Air Force 3-Star
That might point the way to needed cultural and structural changes, the service’s strategy-and-requirements leader told the Defense Innovation Board.
Policy
DOD to Favor Small-Business Contracts Over 'Best-in-Class' Awards
Contracting officers will prioritize goals for small- and disadvantaged-business contracting over BIC objectives "if achievement of both goals is not possible."
Ideas
Ukraine Proves U.S. Troops Need Quick Access to Commercial Technology
Ukraine has held off Russia’s attacks using a readily available mix of military and commercial technology. The United States is taking note.
Ideas
We Don't Have the Missiles to Stop China. Time For Drone Swarms
Despite all the calls to boost production, the U.S. military will be short of key missiles for at least two years. It needs ways to win with what it has now.
Science & Tech
New Institute Will Study How the Defense Department Manages Itself
To “compete on a global stage,” DOD must get a handle on its management practices, Deputy Defense Secretary says.
Ideas
Want More Innovation? Get Out of Your Office and Talk to People
Advice from a former leader of the U.S. Army’s Rapid Equipping Force.
Threats
To Protect Satellites, Secure Your Networks, Chief of Space Ops Says
Cyber attacks can undermine space-based capabilities, Gen. Chance Saltzman said.
Ideas
The Doomsday Clock is Ticking on Biosecurity
Countries around the world must cooperate and deepen their investments in global health and biosecurity strategies.
Policy
Over-Classification Undermines Democracy, US Intelligence Director Says
The investigations into handling of sensitive documents by former presidents and vice presidents have brought problems with the classification system back into the spotlight.
Science & Tech
Test Flight Brings Hypersonic Program to Successful Close, DARPA Says
The HAWC effort has produced two “feasible hypersonic airbreathing missile designs.”
Threats
Marines Reactivate Guam Base to Boost Pacific Footprint
Camp Blaz will become a “strategic hub” and a joint and allied training center.
Policy
Military Must Recruit More Women, Immigrants for the Future Force, Experts Say
At symposium on building the all-volunteer force of 2040, panelists push back on criticism of diversity initiatives.
Science & Tech
Russian Robot Maker Working On Bot to Target Abrams, Leopard Tanks
But is it all just a PR stunt?
Threats