Navy unveils new ‘Catapult’ plan to accelerate emerging tech for high-priority problems
The sea service is shifting business models to prepare for future threat environments, officials told DefenseScoop.
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Acquisition
DOD CIO updates guidance for buying digital technologies
The DOD officially updated its overarching guidance governing how its components buy software and associated tech to better align with recent changes in other statutes and policies…
Kessel Run reveals new plan for speedier DevSecOps deliveries
Fresh R&D contracts underpinning basic research and operational deployments could follow.
Hicks to be personally involved in hiring of next DIU chief
The ongoing recruitment process may take several more months, according to the unit's acting director.
Okta explores how to drive agility in DOD’s acquisition strategy
Okta Program Manger for DISA and Defense Agencies Ken Parrotte highlights strategies that will drive innovation in DOD.
Biden taps Nickolas Guertin to be Navy’s acquisition chief
Guertin is currently the director of operational test and evaluation of U.S. military weapon systems in the Office of the Secretary of Defense.
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DOD to roll out new online marketplace to speedily buy AI-aligned tech
It's envisioned to serve as the Pentagon's "digital environment of post-competition, readily awardable, technology solutions."
DOD trying new approach for Tradewind AI initiative
FedScoop has new details on the CDAO’s in-the-works efforts to modernize methods for buying AI.
Cyber Command looking to bolster acquisition office as it prepares to handle $3B annually
Cybercom plans to hire more acquisition and contracting professionals.
Pentagon’s departing DIU director reflects on his legacy — and what’s next
Mike Brown briefed FedScoop on some of what defined his service at DIU — the great, and the not-so-good parts — and also shared new details about…