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Jan 06 2026
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IBCS And The Future Of Offensive And Defensive Integrated Fires

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

Near-peer adversaries now field a sophisticated arsenal of aerial threats capable of executing complex, multidomain attacks designed to overwhelm traditional defenses.

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Jan 06 2026
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Mind Over Management – Sean Brandt

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Faces of the Force

Discipline, focus and adaptability are just a few of the qualities that connect martial arts to everyday life.

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Jan 06 2026
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January 2026 Hot Topics

By Aliyah Harrison DACM Office Hot Topics, General

DACM Hot Topics offers a monthly overview of timely educational and career resources for Army Acquisition professionals to enhance their career success.

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Jan 06 2026
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Army acquisition professionals should focus on adopting technologies before developing them—buy commercial off the shelf solutions, like this drone Skydio X2D operated by Staff Sgt. Luis Andujar, to get equipment to Soldiers quickly.

Four Pillars Of Acquisition Reform

By Wiley Robinson AAW Spotlights, Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines

The DACM mission is to recruit, train and retain an agile, adaptive and professional workforce with the acquisition acumen and critical thinking skills to accelerate delivery capability to Soldiers.

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Jan 05 2026
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The Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle firing the 25 mm M242 chain gun which can be used to engage UAS threats.

Project Manager Maneuver Ammunition Systems Works To Increase Lethality Of Existing Weapon Systems

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

New threat set is causing commanders to re-think the employment of armored formations, underscoring a fundamental shift in modern combat dynamics.

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Dec 19 2025
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Members of the Albanian Armed Forces receive military equipment from the New Jersey National Guard in Tirana, Republic of Albania, September 14, 2025.

Byte-Sized Problems, Billion-Dollar Consequences: Fixing The Foreign Military Sales Data Dilemma

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Policy & Planning

Foreign military sales, or FMS, is a cornerstone of U.S. security cooperation, enabling partner nations to acquire American military equipment and services.

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Dec 19 2025
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JPEO interns visit the enclosure on Picatinny Arsenal and witness a live-fire demonstration of the M777 howitzer firing 155 mm artillery rounds. From left are Sabrina Borges, Katie Smith, DeAnne Baker, Eva Petronchak, Catrina Casale and Collin Vincent.

Army Expands Acquisition Workforce Talent Pipeline With Intern Program

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Workforce

The Army’s Joint Program Executive Office Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) is celebrating the success of its direct-hire Program Analysis Intern Program launched in 2021.

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Dec 18 2025
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Keeping It Real – Staff Sgt. Ian W. Kang

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Faces of the Force

Authenticity in the workplace isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a catalyst for genuine connection and stronger communication.

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Dec 22 2025
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Riley Sinek at Invariant headquarters

Up-and-Coming Yuma Test Center Employees Share PPTE Program Experiences

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Career Development, PPTE, Workforce

Department of War and private sector professionals are temporarily linked to each other’s organizations, where they can gain cross-sector experience and share innovative best practices—fostering better communication and understanding between government and industry.

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Dec 22 2025
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Army air defenders with 5th Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, examine a captured drone during Project Flytrap 4.5, on November 19, 2025—part of a future where acquisition reform speeds delivery of advanced counter-drone capabilities to the force.

The Army’s 2025 Acquisition Reforms Revolutionize Processes To Expedite Cutting-Edge Capabilities

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Policy & Planning

The Army launched its most ambitious procurement overhaul in decades—designed to slash bureaucracy, fast-track innovation and sharpen organizational agility.

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Dec 22 2025
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John Rushing, speaks with an S&T Day attendee

Science and Technology Demonstration Highlights ERDC’s Accomplishments

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

Army agencies gathered to demonstrate their latest scientific and technological achievements on Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Among the demonstrations were key technologies from U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC)…

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Dec 18 2025
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An overwhelming turnout at the AUSA Contemporary Military Forum: Accelerating Transformation with Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2), where Army leaders and defense experts discussed how the U.S. Army is advancing its C2 capabilities for the future fight on October 14, 2025, in Washington.

Accelerating Transformation: AUSA Forum Focuses on the Army’s Path To Next Generation Command and Control

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Policy & Planning, Science & Technology

Army leaders and defense experts met in Washington at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Contemporary Military Forum to discuss how the U.S. Army is advancing its command-and-control (C2) capabilities for the future fight.

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Dec 18 2025
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Peter Baker’s reskilling and upskilling temporary assignment led to a permanent position where he has expanded his expertise.

CECOM SEC Uses Talent Management

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Policy & Planning, Science & Technology

The CECOM SEC has developed a robust talent management program targeting software professionals, applying continuous innovation and employee development.

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Dec 22 2025
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Svetislav (Steve) Petrusevic FOTF Featured image

EMBRACE UNCERTAINTY – Svetislav (Steve) Petrusevic

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, Faces of the Force

As a systems engineer, Svetislav (Steve) Petrusevic believes that every role is an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned and build on it.

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Dec 09 2025
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December 2025 Hot Topics

By Aliyah Harrison DACM Office Hot Topics

DACM Hot Topics offers a monthly overview of timely educational and career resources for Army Acquisition professionals to enhance their career success.

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Dec 22 2025
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Faces of the Force featured image Sgt. Summer McMahon

POWER BEYOND PAPERWORK – Staff Sgt. Summer L. McMahon

By Wiley Robinson Faces of the Force, TWI

In this edition of Faces of the Force, Staff Sgt. Summer L. McMahon shares that “a flexible mindset opens the door to growth, problem-solving and opportunity.”

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Nov 13 2025
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A robot arm loads hot metal cases into the Erie 1 Press at Scranton AAP in Pennsylvania. This is one of the steps in the production chain that can be simulated using the digital twin of the Scranton AAP. (Photo courtesy of PL JS)

Leveraging Digital Engineering to Modernize Munition Production

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Policy & Planning, Science & Technology

Digital engineering and modeling and simulation (M&S) are transformative approaches that enable precision, efficiency and innovation in munitions production and warfighter capabilities.

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Sep 25 2025
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A Soldier trains with the TLS Manpack, a modular electromagnetic warfare and signals intelligence system designed to provide situational awareness and force protection at the tactical edge. (Photo by Shawn Nesaw, PEO IEW&S)

PEO IEW&S Drives Rapid Prototyping

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

The Army’s ability to adapt and innovate in real time is critical to mission success on the modern battlefield.

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Dec 30 2025
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Faces of the Force Maj. Timothy Hancock

HONE YOUR CRAFT – Maj. Timothy Hancock

By Wiley Robinson Faces of the Force, TWI

In both his career and personal life, Maj. Timothy Hancock carries a simple philosophy: always make the best of every circumstance.

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Dec 15 2025
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The deployable defensive cyber operations systems kits help soldiers protect their systems from online attacks. They work by automating security tasks, making it easier to set up defenses, and giving experts tools to quickly understand and respond to threats.

PM Defensive Cyber Operations Aligns with Continuous Transformation

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Policy & Planning

The U.S. Army prioritizes a shift to faster, more agile software development and acquisitions to deliver defensive cyber operations.

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Sep 18 2025
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Soldiers practice capturing facial photos with a mobile biometrics collection device.

Biometrics Integration

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

By directly enhancing capabilities in protection, intelligence, movement and maneuver, fires and sustainment, biometrics provide an operational edge.

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Sep 18 2025
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Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll and Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Randy A. George talk together before they join “Fox and Friends”

THE NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL PROVIDES DEFENSE ACQUISITION-RELEVANT GRADUATE EDUCATION

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines

NPS offers graduate degrees in the acquisition sciences—specifically Master of Science (M.S.) degrees in program management and contract management.

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Dec 08 2025
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BE THE LEADER YOU WISHED YOU HAD – SSG Jordan Kennedy

By Wiley Robinson Faces of the Force

Modeling the leadership qualities you value builds trust and credibility with those in your personal and professional life.

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Sep 11 2025
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NOW ONLINE—BEHIND THE FRONTLINES

By Wiley Robinson Behind The Frontlines

Introducing, “Behind the Frontlines: Enabling the Warfighter,” an all-online outlet consisting of exclusive and partner-created content focusing on Army acquisition.

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Sep 08 2025
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Six Army Acquisition Workforce members graduated from the DACM’s LEAD program in a ceremony held on August 20, 2025, at the Defense Acquisition University, Fort Belvoir, Virginia. From back left, Joseph Neumann, Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal; James Smith, PEO Enterprise; Melissa Pitts, JPEO CBRND; Marty Zybura, deputy to the Deputy for Acquisition and Systems Management; Ronald R. Richardson Jr., Army DACM; and Vicky DeGuzman, chief of the Workforce Development and Engagement division. From front left, Katrina Harris, PEO Combat Support and Combat Service Support; Jessica Gregis, PEO Command, Control, Communications and Network; Callie Bounds, JPEO CBRND; and Kim Gibbons, LEAD program manager. (Photos by Rebecca Wright, USAASC)

YEAR GROUP 2024 PARTICIPANTS GRADUATE FROM THE LEAD PROGRAM

By Aliyah Harrison Behind The Frontlines, LEAD

Year Group 2024 participants graduate from the Leadership Excellence and Acquisition Development (LEAD) program.

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Sep 02 2025
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September 2025 Hot Topics

By Aliyah Harrison Career Development, DACM Office Hot Topics, General

DACM Hot Topics offers a monthly overview of timely educational and career resources for Army Acquisition professionals to enhance their career success.

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Sep 09 2025
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PURSUE AND PROSPER – DAVID CHIN

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Faces of the Force

Learn more about David Chin and his career advice to always be open to learning about as many aspects of your work as possible.

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Dec 02 2025
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EYE IN THE SKY: A drone gets a closer look at intruders while flying above the Blue Grass Army Depot—the only DOD installation testing AI software to enhance physical security. (Photo by Greg Kocher, BGAD)

AI-PROPELLED SECURITY

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Science & Technology

Joint Munitions Command is leveraging AI analytics to safeguard the Organic Industrial Base.

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Dec 02 2025
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COLLABORATION ON INTEGRATION: Soldiers and Army civilians collaborate to integrate AI with continuous process improvement, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making across the force. (Image by Denise Kovalevich, Office of the Army Chief Information Officer)

OPTIMIZING MILITARY EFFICIENCY

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Science & Technology

Integrating AI with continuous process improvement in the U.S. Army.

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Dec 30 2025
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The Defense Innovation Unit recognizes the selection of six contracting officers for the third cohort of the Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program for 2024-2025 during a ceremony at the DAU Campus on Fort Belvoir, Virginia, October 23, 2024. (Photo courtesy of DAU)

PROACTIVE LEARNING

By Aliyah Harrison AAW Spotlights, Army ALT Magazine, Career Development, Workforce

Why DAU credentials are essential for today’s acquisition professional.

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Dec 02 2025
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WORK IS NEVER DONE: Collen Roller, a senior computer scientist at the Air Force Research Laboratory, at his desk. Roller is the creator of NIPRGPT, an AI platform utilized by the Air Force. (Photo by Albert P. Santacroce, Air Force Research Laboratory)

ARMY INTELLIGENCE

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Science & Technology

Inside the development and adoption of AI chatbots—most notably, the Army’s new CamoGPT.

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Aug 05 2025
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CLEAR TO FLY: The Army MX Autonomous Test Platform configured with Launched Effects options. (Photo by SGT David Resnick, Office of the Secretary of the Army)

CORRECT BY CONSTRUCTION FOR LSCOA

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Science & Technology
CLEAR TO FLYThe Army MX Autonomous Test Platform configured with Launched Effects options. (Photo by SGT David Resnick, Office of the Secretary of the Army) A new take on an...
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Dec 30 2025
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Faces of the Force Stacey Miller

EMBRACE CHANGE – STACEY MILLER

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Faces of the Force
COMMAND/ORGANIZATION: Program Executive Office for Combat Support and Combat Service Support TITLE: Logistics management specialist YEARS OF SERVICE IN AAW WORKFORCE: 16 DAWIA CERTIFICATIONS: Advanced in life cycle logistics; Practitioner...
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Aug 05 2025
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A PROACTIVE CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY: Organizations must define and understand what correct data and system states look like prior to deploying tools such as firewalls or intrusion detection systems. Cybersecurity measures are used to preserve and protect integrity, ensuring that data remains accurate, complete and unaltered without proper authorization. (Photo by Christina Morillo, Pexels)

BEYOND THE BUZZWORDS

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Science & Technology
A PROACTIVE CYBERSECURITY STRATEGYOrganizations must define and understand what correct data and system states look like prior to deploying tools such as firewalls or intrusion detection systems. Cybersecurity measures are...
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Sep 02 2025
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MAP BREAK: Soldiers at the Tactical Systems Integration Facility at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, use digital planning platforms to project live geospatial, weather and force structure data onto a map. (Photo by Dan Lafontaine, DEVCOM C5ISR Center)

ALL ACCORDING TO PLAN

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology
MAP BREAKSoldiers at the Tactical Systems Integration Facility at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, use digital planning platforms to project live geospatial, weather and force structure data onto a map. (Photo...
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Dec 30 2025
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The FLRAA team shows Col. Matthew Scher, the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade commanding officer, what his Soldiers can expect from the FLRAA in the 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation Regiment hangar on September 9, 2024. A tiltrotor aircraft, FLRAA will have the hybrid capabilities of both planes and helicopters. (Photo by Spc. Charles Clark, 25th Infantry Division)

TWICE AS FAR, TWICE AS FAST

By Aliyah Harrison Army ALT Magazine, Program of Record, Science & Technology
EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS The FLRAA team shows Col. Matthew Scher, the 25th Combat Aviation Brigade commanding officer, what his Soldiers can expect from the FLRAA in the 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation...
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