Disrupting Acquisition Blog
OTAs are A-OK
Other Transaction Authority is a valuable means to tap non-traditional and small businesses via a rapid, flexible agreement. The DoD IG, GAO, and GMU reported on OTAs with some insightful findings.
Enabling Speed and Agility in DoD
To increase velocity requires changing the culture to support an agile mindset and agile processes. And that’s a tall order.
DoD’s Lack of Agility is a National Security Risk
Assessing DoD against key agility factors shows the bureaucracy is not effectively responsive to changes in this dynamic national security environment.
DOD Needs a Pilot Shortage
Pilot programs are well intended experiments of enterprise reforms, yet the burdens and resistance impede impact.
Five Ways to Deliver Capabilities in the Threat Window
INDOPACOM needs capabilities delivered in the 2024-2027 threat window to deter or defeat China. Here are five avenues DoD can take to deliver at the speed of relevance.
Shorten MDAP Lifespans To Optimize Long-Term Success
DoD should cut planned operational lifespans for major weapon systems in half or shorter.
Acquisition Lessons From Ukraine
What Should The Defense Acquisition Community Learn From Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine? It’s time to start asking some big questions.
SASC Hearing on the Defense Industrial Base
Former USD(A&S) Ellen Lord and PSC CEO David Berteau discuss defense innovation and the industrial base with SASC.
How PEOs Can Bridge the Valley of Death
To harness leading defense and commercial technologies for mission impact, DoD must invest in a key linchpin role.
Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are those of the authors only and do not represent the positions of the MITRE Corporation or its sponsors.
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