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BREAKING NEWS! The Army has released a new policy designed to drive adoption of agile software development practices. On March 11, the Secretary of the Army signed Army Directive 2024-02 (Enabling Modern Software Development and Acquisition Practices), which institutionalizes modern software development approaches across the Army in line with industry best practices. To accelerate adoption of these approaches, the policy reforms many of the institutional processes that underpin the software development lifecycle, from requirements development through sustainment. This initiative will help the Army to more rapidly develop, enhance, and deploy its software-based capabilities to ensure competitive overmatch. Read more about the new policy here: http://spr.ly/6045krU6D PDEP - ASA(ALT) DASA(DES) ASAALT #USArmy #DigitalTransformation #MargaretBoatner

Another great step by our Army Leadership! As an officer with more than 30 years on Active Duty, I am so proud of my organization and leadership for continuing to take bold steps the keep our Army the greatest in the world. To keep the greatest Soldiers in the world armed with the best equipment and technology. The next challenge will be the application and execution. Exercising the interactional relationships of the Units (at echelon), the Army Capability Managers (along with Requirements Writers and CDIDs), and the PEO teams to take advantage of what our leaders have gifted us. Long list of my thoughts having served in Combatant Commands, FORSCOM, TRADOC, and AFC most recently. Broadly written requirements give tremendous flexibility—but who will shape the direction of the flexible execution? Multiple players involved with different roles and priorities and vastly different perspectives. The ACM is chartered to be the representative of every unit in managing their formations and capabilities. They are responsible for working with the Modernization Proponents (typically Centers of Excellence that fall under TRADOC) and Army Futures Command to ensure alignment with short and longer term modernization plans. PEO Program Managers and PdMs have been the interface with industry. But in many cases they may not have any current expertise in the use and application of the program for which they have responsibility. That input and expertise was provided by the ACM team and descriptive requirements which, while limiting flexibility of the PMs, offset the lack of user expertise. But at times it took >year to go from concept to approval of the requirements-during which time specifc requirements in software are almost certainly outdated. So we def need what our leaders just gave us. As we increase the interaction with units, we will still require an “arbitrator”. A Soldier in an Armor unit may see requirements very differently than a paratrooper in an Airborne unit. So input from each is valuable and from only one may be counterproductive. Real world, “living laboratory” experience is irreplaceable. Direct unit input is invaluable. But the unit is typically focused on the “knife fight in a phone booth” problem facing them right now. The unit recommended solution cannot obstruct, much less derail, the Modernization efforts. This is probably most problematic in software. We can ill afford to “accidentally” fail to leverage and maximize data, but “one off stove piped software solutions” run a high risk of doing just that when the individuals recommending, developing and providing solutions are not fully integrated across those responsible for fighting tonight and short term and long term modernization. We have an incredible opportunity to grow our software development and acquisition process on a logarithmic scale but need to dig deeply and quickly into how units interact and influence with the appropriate elements of FORSCOM, AFC, TRADOC, and the PEO teams.

Thanks John for this repost and insights- 🚀 Calling all DoD Innovation Managers! 🚀 Exciting news for all those passionate about driving innovation within the Department of Defense (DoD)! The Army Directive 2024-02, recently signed by the Secretary of the Army, is set to revolutionize the way we approach software development and acquisition. This directive is a game-changer, aligning the DoD with modern software development practices and industry best standards. It's a bold step towards accelerating innovation cycles and enhancing our operational capabilities. As innovation managers, this is our call to action! 🔑 What does this mean for us? 🔑 1️⃣ Accelerated Innovation: The directive empowers us to adopt and implement modern software development approaches, allowing for faster innovation cycles. We can bring new ideas and technologies to life quickly, giving the DoD the edge it needs in a rapidly evolving landscape. 2️⃣ Enhanced Collaboration: By aligning with industry best practices, we can foster collaboration with software developers and other stakeholders. This collaborative approach will unlock a wealth of ideas and expertise, enabling us to deliver innovative solutions more effectively. 3️⃣ Improved Agility: The reforms outlined in the directive make the software development lifecycle more agile and flexible. This means we can respond swiftly to changing requirements, adapt to emerging technologies, and deliver capabilities in a timely manner. 4️⃣ Increased Efficiency: The directive aims to streamline and optimize the software development lifecycle, maximizing resource utilization and reducing costs. With increased efficiency, we can deliver software-based capabilities more effectively, ensuring the DoD remains at the forefront of technological advancements. 5️⃣ Competitive Advantage: Embracing modern software development practices gives us a significant competitive advantage. By staying ahead of potential adversaries and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, we can ensure the DoD maintains its position as a global leader in defense innovation. 💡 Our mission is clear: 💡 Let's seize this opportunity to drive innovation within the DoD. As innovation managers, we have the power to shape the future of defense technology and enhance our nation's security. I invite all DoD innovation managers to join forces, leverage the reforms outlined in the Army Directive 2024-02, and unleash our collective potential. Together, we can revolutionize the way we develop software, foster collaboration, and deliver game-changing capabilities to our warfighters. Are you ready to embrace the future of defense innovation? Let's make it happen! #DoDInnovation #ArmyDirective202402 #DrivingInnovation #FutureOfDefense #Collaboration #Agility #Efficiency #CompetitiveAdvantage

👏🎉 Shout out to John for his exceptional understanding of the vital role of Army Capability Managers in the new policy! His recognition of their importance in identifying and prioritizing capability needs, as well as allocating necessary resources, is commendable. Collaboration with stakeholders, acquisition teams, and contracting teams will be crucial for implementing the outlined changes. John also acknowledges the establishment and operation of expert cohorts like the Digital Capabilities Contracting Center of Excellence, which will provide expertise and support for the reforms. Kudos to John for recognizing the expertise and guidance of Army Capability Managers in driving digital transformation efforts. Let's salute him for his keen insights into the significance of software in national security and the role of Army Capability Managers in achieving modernization goals. 🚀🔒 #ArmyCapabilityManagers #DigitalTransformation #NationalSecurity

This is an important step! As we complete Exercise Austere Challenge 24 here in Europe; having the authority, permission, and flexibility to put this into practice is critical to USAREUR-AFs way forward as a CJFLCC and MCLCC.

Amazing teamwork to get this Software Directive thru and signed!! This will really help the Army maintain a competitive advantage over our adversaries!! It may be where the commercial sector has been for a while but to get the government to catch up to that in the Digital world is a HUGE accomplishment!! #DigitalTransformation #DigitalOdyssey #ArmyModernization #CI/CD ASA(ALT) PDEP - ASA(ALT) DASA(DES) ASAALT

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Continuing developments from the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) for FY2025. This AI-powered app GigEagle (from Eightfold AI) is moving the DoD into cutting-edge military talent management and opening the aperture for fractional HR-like solutions. Exciting to think that DoD may eventually scale this agile talent capability app to better support our reservists, transitioning veterans, and military spouses (GigEagle SOAR - Spouse Opportunity Access and Recognition). GigEagle's tagline and vision is "Whole-of-Nation AI Marketplace for Talent Superiority." Worth keeping an eye on this DIU initiative for the Joint Force. #innovation #talentmanagement #talentinnovation #veterans #militarytransition #milspouses #militaryspouses #armyreserve #airforcereserve #navyreserve #talentmanagement FA59 Army Strategist Army Strategist Association MBO Partners Jonathan S. Fred Hockett David Payne The Payne Group, LLC William Horay, MA, PMP, LSSGB, SHRM-CP Laura Schmiegel David Dickey

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