ANSWERING THE CALL
AT THE POINT OF NEED
A U.S. Army Rigger assigned to the 165th Quartermaster Detachment 2 places Meals-Ready-to-Eat on top of a palletized humanitarian aid bundle as part of the U.S. military effort to deliver humanitarian aid supplies to those affected by the war in Gaza. (Photo by Sgt. Tanner Dibble, 13th Armored Corps Sustainment Command)
acquisition lead time. A goal of the AAW is to create efficient systems that allow us to deliver kits to the Soldiers as soon as possible, and strategically using these tools will help achieve that.
While AI can help with the more advanced needs of the future, using technology and contracting opportunities to address basic needs also ensures that our workforce is supported globally—no matter the scope of their task. For example, implementing tools such as Microsoft Teams has drastically changed communication for the workforce compared to the technology that was available just a decade ago. Contracting and acquiring local support to provide fresh vegetables to workforce members deployed overseas makes a difference in their day-to-day experience and is an exam- ple of a low-value dollar investment that leads to a high payoff.
Embracing the future through digital transformation and taking advantage of contracting opportunities provides the ability to quickly adapt to the wide range of needs of the globally engaged acquisition enterprise, including any and all humanitarian efforts. By combining digital tools and the exceptionally trained skills of an acquisition professional we’ll not only be proactive and antici- pate the needs of the Soldier, but we will also alleviate any strain on the industrial base that supports the material needs for high- intensity operations.
CONCLUSION Around the world, acquisition professionals are applying their skills and expertise to solve the complex problems of today and prepare for tomorrow. In addition to working towards their required training, continuous learning and credentialing, members of the workforce have demonstrated their service to others by volunteering their time to critical missions and human- itarian efforts in the United States and abroad. Te value each acquisition professional brings to their work every day is immea- surable to the success of these efforts.
I am incredibly proud of the work our acquisition profession- als have accomplished globally, and I am committed to making sure that the AAW is armed with the tools, education and train- ing opportunities needed for them to achieve even more success in the future. No matter the mission, we don’t have to look too far to find people who are willing to put in the work. Te work- force has proven time and time again that they are always ready to answer the call, and we can count on them to be deliberate and disciplined as adaptive and agile acquisition professionals.
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Army AL&T Magazine
Spring 2025
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