In meeting the needs of a moving and growing global U.S. Navy, SPAWAR is facing challenges in fielding information technology from the seabed to space.
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Army CIO Turns the Focus to the Enterprise
October 30, 2018
After helping shape the Army’s network modernization efforts, CIO Lt. Gen. Bruce Crawford takes on the service’s information technology enterprise.
Air Force Pursues SMC 2.0 Effort
October 30, 2018
Lt. Gen. Thompson outlines the service's plans to improve acquisition, reorganize internal processes and harness innovation for the military's satellite communications.
U.S. Navy Embarks on Trident Juncture 18 NATO Exercise
October 16, 2018
With Trident Juncture 18, NATO is conducting one of its largest exercises in recent history.
Identity is Crucial for Government IT, Says Federal CIO
September 26, 2018
Suzette Kent tells AFCEA Federal Identity Summit identity management is central to digital infrastructure.
Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Spreads its Wings
September 19, 2018
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The center looks to agility, advanced training and data analysis to support a more efficient Air Force.
Army Modernizing Training and Education for Cyber, EW
August 23, 2018
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The U.S. Army cyber, electronic warfare and signal schools consider new training and education methods.
U.S. Army Implementing Five CEMA Force Design Changes
August 23, 2018
The U.S. Army's drive to better integrate multiple domains, including cyber, intelligence and electronic warfare, is leading to force changes.
Army Considering Artificial Intelligence Task Force
August 22, 2018
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The U.S. Army seeks to expand its expertise in both artificial intelligence and cloud computing.
Army CEMA Teams Advance Information, Electronic and Cyber Warfare
August 6, 2018
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The U.S. Army’s efforts to bring capabilities into expeditionary forces is succeeding, Army leaders report.
Navy Satellite System Approved for Expanded Operational Use
August 2, 2018
The authorization paves the way for “early-adopter” commands to use the system on deployment as early as this fall, primarily in the Pacific theater.
Army Futures Command Takes Shape
July 17, 2018
The new Futures Command, to be based in Austin, Texas, will implement service modernization and conduct experimenting, prototyping and testing.
Marine Corps Tactical Network Moves to the Air
June 29, 2018
The service is expanding its C4 capabilities to additional aircraft.
Marines Fielding Night Vision Goggles
June 18, 2018
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Advanced helmet-mounted binoculars give Marines better situational awareness in the dark.
The Army’s Tactical Mission Command Computing Shapes Up
June 15, 2018
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Server infrastructure and software advancements are supporting the Army’s tactical mobility, a key modernization target.
Collaboration Key to Multinational Transformation
June 8, 2018
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Public and private sectors must commit to cultural change and encouraging innovation to truly transform support among allied nations.
New DOD CIO Dana Deasy Looks to the Mission
May 17, 2018
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New to the military, the Department of Defense information technology leader finds inspiration in the department's protection of the nation.
Artificial Intelligence Use in Command and Control
May 17, 2018
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In order to use AI in the C2 domain, the military needs quality data and to look to commercial solutions, experts say.
Putting Innovation Into Practice
May 15, 2018
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Innovation may be a popular buzzword, but achieving it is harder, experts say.
Army Plays High-Tech Cat-and-Mouse Game
May 7, 2018
The Army may be catching up to adversaries in the information warfare domain, but the pace of change remains a challenge.
