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September 17, 2026 in Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

PDM PAWS Fields Modernized Liquid Logistics Systems

As the Army modernizes its equipment to move and sustain its forces, it is simultaneously overhauling the systems that keep those forces hydrated and fueled. Under the Product Manager for…
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September 15, 2026 in Behind The Frontlines, Faces of the Force

Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

In a fast-moving production environment, Joseph Carson believes that no one succeeds alone. As a branch chief, he’s built his leadership philosophy around the belief that clear communication and true…
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September 14, 2026 in Behind The Frontlines, From the Frontlines, Science & Technology

NSA/JTNC Biannual Collaboration Drives Modernization of Secure Military Communications

In a concerted effort to shape the future of secure military communications, nearly 120 leaders from the defense, intelligence and Army acquisition sectors convened at Naval Base Point Loma on…
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AAW SPOTLIGHTS

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Remember the Human – Kristian S. Kleinbach

Remember the Human – Kristian S. Kleinbach

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Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

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Unlock Collaborative Leadership: FY27 Seats Open for Program Manager’s Cross-Functional Training (CFT 4010)

Unlock Collaborative Leadership: FY27 Seats Open for Program Manager’s Cross-Functional Training (CFT 4010)

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From the Director of Acquisition Career Management: The Watchword Is Change

From the Director of Acquisition Career Management: The Watchword Is Change

ACQUISITION 360°

A comprehensive look at the end-to-end acquisition life cycle.

Workers pack completed M1 Garand rifles for shipment at the Springfield Armory (c. 1940s), emblematic of the Ordnance Department’s mass-production “arsenal of democracy” that armed U.S. forces at scale.
History of the Army Acquisition Workforce and its Ongoing Transformation

History of the Army Acquisition Workforce and its Ongoing Transformation

RESPONSIBLE SPEED

RESPONSIBLE SPEED

BLACK HAWK ABOVE AND BEYOND

BLACK HAWK ABOVE AND BEYOND

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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT

Insights from past Acquisition leaders and comparisons of historical and current technologies.

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Embracing Acquisition Reform: A Critical Step for the Army’s Future

Embracing Acquisition Reform: A Critical Step for the Army’s Future

Leadership Insight: Improving Public Sector Inefficiencies with Private Sector Solutions

Leadership Insight: Improving Public Sector Inefficiencies with Private Sector Solutions

An exercise to experience

An exercise to experience

Been there, done that: Beware the rush to failure

Been there, done that: Beware the rush to failure

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FACES OF THE FORCE

Highlighting the Army Acquisition Workforce and their contributions.

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Remember the Human – Kristian S. Kleinbach

Remember the Human – Kristian S. Kleinbach

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Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

Collaboration is Key – Joseph M. Carson IV

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Keep It Simple – Francesco (Frank) A. Rizzi

Keep It Simple – Francesco (Frank) A. Rizzi

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Commitment to Completion – William (Bill) Parker-Combs

Commitment to Completion – William (Bill) Parker-Combs

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FROM THE FRONTLINES

A look at acquisition in action.

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PDM PAWS Fields Modernized Liquid Logistics Systems

PDM PAWS Fields Modernized Liquid Logistics Systems

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NSA/JTNC Biannual Collaboration Drives Modernization of Secure Military Communications

NSA/JTNC Biannual Collaboration Drives Modernization of Secure Military Communications

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Unlock Collaborative Leadership: FY27 Seats Open for Program Manager’s Cross-Functional Training (CFT 4010)

Unlock Collaborative Leadership: FY27 Seats Open for Program Manager’s Cross-Functional Training (CFT 4010)

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From the Director of Acquisition Career Management: The Watchword Is Change

From the Director of Acquisition Career Management: The Watchword Is Change

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PROGRAM OF RECORD

Discussing the process of conceptualizing, developing, acquiring and decommissioning programs.

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

TWICE AS FAR, TWICE AS FAST

In a simulation, Navy Lt. Anh Nguyen, a master’s student who is currently evaluating the use of the IVAS augmented reality software, initiates treatment of a wounded warfighter by displaying virtual hands that provide previously recorded guidance in the procedure. (Photo courtesy of Christoph Leuze, Nakamir Inc.)
NEXT-LEVEL REALITY

NEXT-LEVEL REALITY

SEPARATION FROM SERVICE

SEPARATION FROM SERVICE

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