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37. Defense Acquisitions: Data is In, Status Quo is Out with Tara Murphy Dougherty

All Quiet on the Second Front

CHAPTER

Challenges and Solutions in Defense Acquisitions

This chapter explores the challenges faced by defense acquisitions, including policy-related issues, outdated workflows, and lack of resources and tools. It emphasizes the need for behavioral and cultural change, better information sharing, and training contracting officers to be business advisors. The chapter also discusses the importance of organizational engagement, shared situational awareness, and bringing in talent from other sectors.

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