US Army plans to dramatically accelerate Abrams tank modernization
If the effort works to drastically reduce the tank's modernization timeline, it could be applied to other efforts, the Army's chief tech officer said.
By Jen Judson
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Army tweaking major software effort to be more commercial friendly
The Army in May unveiled plans to award more than $1 billion in software development contracts over the next decade.
Bulging deficits may threaten prized Pentagon arms projects
The government’s $3 trillion effort to rescue the economy from the coronavirus crisis is stirring worry at the Pentagon. Bulging federal deficits may force a reversal of years of big defense spending gains and threaten prized projects like the rebuilding of the nation’s arsenal of nuclear weapons.
By Robert Burns, The Associated Press
US Army completes third test of Lockheed’s Precision Strike Missile
The latest 85-kilometer test was the shortest and most challenging yet, Army Futures Command officials said.
US Army confident any tech schedule slips are recoverable
The Army's modernization efforts are in question as commanders apply physical distancing measures to protect their soldiers.
By Joe Gould
US Army chief: How COVID-19 will impact modernization is a wait-and-see situation
Could COVID-19 derail the Army's ambitious modernization plans?
By Jen Judson
Special US fund to replace Russian equipment in Europe is shifting its strategy
The European Recapitalization Incentive Program has now supported eight European nations in buying American gear.
By Aaron Mehta
Defining success for the VA health record
Taking the time needed to ensure the VA's Electronic Health Record Modernization program works properly from day one is the best possible course of action, says the author of this commentary.
By Anthony Principi
Pentagon officials keeping an eye on morale at nuclear bases
As the U.S. modernizes its nuclear capabilities, leadership is checking in with operators and maintainers.
Trump will seek 20% budget boost for nukes, says Inhofe
President Trump plans to ask Congress for $20 billion for the federal agency that maintains America’s weapons for fiscal 2021, an increase from last fiscal year.
By Joe Gould
In nuclear spending fight, it’s Trump’s Hill allies vs. White House budget office
Key Republicans in Congress are appealing to President Donald Trump for a significant budget boost for nuclear modernization.
Why electronic health records modernization gives this veteran caregiver hope
The electronic health record modernization programs underway at VA and the Department of Defense, will ensure a lifetime of seamless care for service members, veterans and their caregivers, says the author of this commentary.
By Lori Ward