Michael Kimes’ Post

The DoD's ambitious CJADC2 initiative, aimed at revolutionizing networked operations across all military branches, faces scrutiny from Rep. Rob Wittman, who urges a recalibration of its scope to ensure success. Wittman, Vice Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, advocates for a focused approach that prioritizes foundational elements over expansive objectives, emphasizing the need for a robust data annotation system and enhanced bandwidth infrastructure. Opportunities for industry lie in developing scalable solutions that address CJADC2's foundational requirements. CRG advises industry leaders to focus on innovations in data annotation, synthetic data processing, and bandwidth expansion technologies crucial for modern ISR capabilities. Leveraging our expertise in navigating defense procurement and program management, CRG stands ready to support industry partners in securing and managing contracts effectively. Visit crgroupinc.com or reach out to us at contact@crgroupinc.com to learn more about how CRG can empower your organization. #IL - #VA - #DC - #Dubai, #UAE. #CRG #CJADC2 #DefenseInnovation #DataAnnotation #ISR #DoD #DIB #data #dataprocessing #dataannotation #bandwidth #govcon

The Defense Department has been rethinking its pursuit of Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control, or CJADC2, to take a more targeted approach. It’s a shift from trying to connect everything to focusing on the most urgent operational problems, with a primary aim to connect forces across domains. At Fuse, we’re acutely aware that today’s warfighters are operating across domains and across platforms – and the real-time ability to communicate with each other is absolutely critical to mission success. It’s why we run warfighter workshops to capture user needs and preferences. It’s why we’re driven to create network capability that improves connections and the common operating picture across joint forces. And it’s why we’re side-by-side with the warfighters to design, develop, and test our systems in live demonstrations and into production. 💪 Whether the DOD starts at the top and works down or adopts a bottom-up approach through each military service’s own version of CJADC2, we’re proud to be working alongside the warfighters to advance reliable, real-time, tactical edge networking. For more on the DOD shift, read the insightful C4ISRNET article from reporter Courtney Albon. https://lnkd.in/dRayQWyG #DefenseTech #TacticalEdgeNetworking #JADC2 #CJADC2

In 2023, #BoozAllen partnered with U.S. Air Forces in Europe to deploy Booz Allen’s Modular Detachment Kit (MDK) for tactical command and control. Now, we’re expanding delivery for remote orchestration of air operations across Europe. See how our cost-effective MDK strengthens tactical command and control for U.S. Air Forces in Europe—demonstrating the power of government-industry partnerships. https://lnkd.in/eQ6FzY7e

Interesting article on Forbes on the US DoD challenge around accelerating R&D into capability that can be deployed to the warfighter. Highlights the disconnect between agencies such as DARPA with a technology push model, yet end warfighter capability is delivered through traditional acquisiton agencies. This challenge is not new or unique to Defence. For me we need a new model of rapid technology maturation with intimate involvement from end users from the get go taking a leaf out of the world of DevSecOps in software. #r&d #innovation https://lnkd.in/ex5FjuMR

The Pentagon is about to launch one of the biggest tests yet of its JADC2, concept, this time seeking to bring multiple nations together to test how well the DoD can rapidly share very sensitive information with foreign militaries that aren’t traditional partners. The experiment will test new communications strategies and how well the Defense Department can adjust its procedures and policies for information sharing, a long-time obstacle to faster operations.  https://lnkd.in/dmdYymmy

As both a military leader and advocate for Total Force integration, I explore how our current approach to digital transformation risks creating unnecessary barriers between components. I invite my fellow military leaders and defense professionals to read and share their perspectives on this crucial issue. How do you think we can better integrate digital transformation across all components?

Quick and accurate 5G antenna insallations mean precise coverage for DoD networks!

The center will fall under Air Force Materiel Command, the service’s main acquisition arm—officials say creating a center focused on information systems will put more focus on procuring systems for a crucial capability that is often forgotten or given less emphasis. #AirForce #USAF #Airman #SpaceForce #Guardian

Insightful read on the DoD CDAO's “Global Information Dominance Experiments” (GIDE), efforts to enhance partnerships with industry, and how the voice of the warfighter is the north star in procurement contract awards. #DoD #CDAO #GlobalInformationDominance #Partnerships #Warfighter

Sector Focus - Defence: What Fulcrum IT Strategy Means for Warfighters and the Future of Defence What can we learn from the US Department of Defence's new IT strategy. "The Department of Defense’s new Fulcrum IT Strategy marks a pivotal shift in modernising its technological approach, prioritising user experience and interoperability for enhanced warfighter support." “Success is defined by the user experience — ensuring that decisions are made with the warfighter in mind.” This strategy exemplifies a forward-thinking approach, focusing on agility and the strategic use of emerging technology. Broadly, the Fulcrum strategy is structured around four lines of effort that the document states represent “a strategic shift that embraces technology as a mission enabler.” They include: LOE 1: Provide Joint Warfighting IT capabilities to expand strategic dominance of U.S. Forces and mission partners. LOE 2: Modernise information networks and compute to rapidly meet mission and business needs. LOE 3: Optimise IT governance to gain efficiencies in capability delivery and enable cost savings. LOE 4: Cultivate a premier digital workforce ready to deploy emerging technology to the warfighter. 123.EXPERT’S TAKE: Clearly the Fulcrum strategy could easily provide a framework for any organisation. Sales and/or marketing are warfighters to some extent, in the battle for market dominance. DEFENSESCOOP.COM: https://lnkd.in/gT-YnS9i People success is the key to tech success. 123.EXPERT - IT Experts by IT Experts #sydney #melbourne #perth #adelaide #brisbane #hobart #nsw #victoriaaustralia #westernaustralia #southaustralia #queensland #tasmania #australia #australianbusiness