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War on the Rocks

CTOing in the Defense Department with Schuyler Moore and Justin Fanelli

Jun 10, 2024
CTOs Schuyler Moore and Justin Fanelli share insights on the challenges and importance of their roles in the Defense Department. They discuss collaborating with venture capital, benefits of working in defense tech, digital modernization, and user integration in technology development.
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  • CTOs in the Defense Department focus on technology translation and prioritization, distinct from commercial CTO roles.
  • Government tech projects benefit from direct user engagement, accelerating technology integration and fostering agile problem-solving.

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Challenges and Responsibilities of DOD CTOs

The role of a Chief Technology Officer in the Defense Department involves addressing a wide range of technologies, from cloud computing to AI applications. This role focuses on translation and prioritization across various technological domains, differing from commercial sector CTO positions. The CTO's responsibilities include representing, curating problems, and activating people to enhance technology integration and innovation within the DOD.

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