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Pentagon wants ‘calculated’ risk culture in weapons buying revamp

The Pentagon said its overhauled acquisition strategy emphasizes — but doesn't mandate — speed in weapons buying.

By Stephen Losey

5 weeks ago

Hegseth to slash red tape, empower program heads in acquisition revamp

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined plans to replace the old JCIDS requirements process, which he said "moved at the speed of paperwork, not war."

By Stephen Losey

5 weeks ago

Army seeks high-energy laser systems to kill drone swarms

The new laser systems are expected to take out intelligence and surveillance drones, as well as those that can carry high-grade explosives.

By Zita Ballinger Fletcher

5 weeks ago

Driscoll goes scorched earth on Army buying inertia

The Army secretary announced major coming changes to purchasing, parts repairs and technological adoption in a heated address at AUSA's annual meeting.

By Hope Hodge Seck

2 months ago

Army adopts venture capital model to speed tech to soldiers

The Army's new Fuze program is kicking off to bring technology to soldiers rapidly.

3 months ago

Mystery surrounds $1.2B Army contract to build detention tent camp

The Army awarded a contract to a tiny company led by a Navy veteran to build and operate the nation’s largest immigration detention complex at Fort Bliss.

4 months ago