ARMY AL&T
“Being a part of the Army Acquisition
Workforce, you get the opportunity to see technologies from infancy to the grave.”
FUN FACT
Most people don’t realize towed cannon artillery—like the one pictured—is developed, equipped and sustained at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. (Photo by Sgt. 1st Class Theresa Gualdarama)
priorities that the Army needs to resource to be the decisive force,” he said. Apply- ing resources to Army programs requires a delicate and deliberate balancing act, navigating many competing priorities and keeping a sharp focus on the bottom line—equipping Soldiers. “Te develop- ment assignment was eye opening to see how many different programs exist in the Army. It really puts your program into perspective.”
When he offers career advice to junior acquisition personnel, he encourages them to take advantage of the many opportuni- ties for growth and education that exist in the Army Acquisition Workforce. “Explore as many opportunities as you can,” he said. “Tere are so many programs and assignments available to you, which will
help you to grow and become more effec- tive in your career. Don’t rule out trying something new, just because it’s unfa- miliar or uncomfortable. Give it a shot.” Equally as important, he said, is having a plan for your career. Organizing his day is an important first step, he said. “Plan- ning is a key to success. Having a plan at the beginning of the day can set you up for success.” No plan survives first contact with the enemy, and each new day will present its challenges, but Adams said that having a plan for each day helps to keep him on track. “Tings are always going to pop up, and urgent meetings will still come in, but staying focused on my plan is a way to keep myself focused.”
Outside of work, you can often find Adams on the golf course—something
that he enjoys, and that also has common- alities with his work. “When time permits, I enjoy trying to squeeze in a round of golf. Anyone who plays golf can tell you, it is a game that teaches you patience. Tat is a very valuable skill to have with everyday work. It’s about keeping things in perspec- tive—you can’t get everything done in one day.”
Adams has learned, both in his work and in his free time, that it’s important to keep the end goal in mind. With patience, perspective and determination, he stays focused on the goal of providing the best equipment to American Soldiers and joint partners. For Adams and countless others in the acquisition workforce, it’s all about the mission.
— ELLEN SUMMEY
https://asc.ar my.mil
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