The Transition Maturity Framework (TMaF) is a comprehensive defense acquisition framework developed to streamline the transition of innovative technologies from research labs to active deployment with U.S. warfighters. The framework addresses persistent challenges by providing a structured acquisition approach that includes streamlined methodologies, advanced data-driven decision-making tools, and collaborative processes.
TMaF will continue to evolve to align with the August 20, 2025, memorandum signed by the Secretary of Defense in accordance with Executive Order 14265, “Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base.”
TMaF in the News
Additional Resources
Additional Technology Transition Literature
OSD Technology Readiness Guide – https://www.cto.mil/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/TRA-Guide-Jun2023.pdf
Beyond Integration Readiness Level – https://www.dau.edu/sites/default/files/Migrate/ARJFiles/ARJ82/ARJ82_Article%205%20-%2016-766%20Eder.pdf
DoD Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) Deskbook – https://www.dodmrl.com/MRL_Deskbook_2025.pdf
Bridging the “Valley of Death” – https://www.dau.edu/sites/default/files/Migrated/CopDocuments/Bridging%20Valley%20of%20Death%20Davis%20Ballenger%20DATL%20201702.pdf
GAO Technology Readiness Guide (Jan 2020) – https://www.gao.gov/assets/gao-20-48g.pdf
Example: OSD Operational Energy Playbook (password protected) – https://aida.mitre.org/oeiplaybook/
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