April 2013

MARINE CORPS TECHNOLOGY
Marines Research Modernization
   Looking past the alligators close to the boat, scientists prepare for the wars of tomorrow.
Corps Blazes Ahead With Cloud Computing
   As they put the necessary pieces in place, Marines are mindful of tight resources and are seeking help from industry.
Modernized Marine Drone Casts a Large Shadow
   The upgraded RQ-7 could play a significant role in the Asia-Pacific region.
Marine Corps Ponders Training Changes
   After a special operations deployment, handling state-of-the-art communications technology tops the list.

MILITARY
The U.S. Army Peers Into the Future
    Technology plays a key role in helping the service adapt to a coming decade filled with uncertainty.

SEMAPHORE SERIES: C⁴ISR CENTER OF EXCELLENCE, PART II
Consolidation Is the Course for Army Electronic Warfare
    Melding the disciplines of spectrum combat will enable greater flexibility and more capabilities.
One Small Step Toward Greater Interoperability
   An upcoming demonstration could lead to a giant leap in common electromagnetic components.
Overseas Drawdown Shifts Army Electronics Maintenance
    Force support will change with both stateside relocation and a new way of functioning.

VIEWPOINT
Today's Intelligence Challenges Face a Distant Mirror
    The past may povide a guideline to the future.

ASSOCIATION FEATURE
Budgetary Concerns Dominate Pacific Pivot
   Declining defense funds and the rise of China may hinder strategic rebalancing efforts.

PRESIDENT’S COMMENTARY
The Continuing Journey to Fully Effective IT Acquisition and Management

INCOMING
Link Warfighters to Technologists at the Lowest Possible Level