Adapting Defense to Modern Warfare

This chapter delves into the establishment of a new contracting model in the defense sector, emphasizing its success with startups and the challenges posed by evolving warfare, especially drone technology in Ukraine and Israel. It examines the U.S. defense budget's struggle to pivot from traditional military assets to innovative technologies, amidst concerns about adversaries gaining asymmetric advantages. The conversation underscores the necessity for military adaptation and innovation to maintain strategic benefits against authoritarian regimes and rapid technological advancements.