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Nontraditional Procurement Methods in Defense with Stephanie Wilson

Mar 21, 2024

Stephanie Wilson discusses innovative procurement practices in the Army, challenges in adopting new methods, overcoming fear of change, upskilling and culture change, staying humble in innovation, and the future of procurement.

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Quick takeaways

Integrating AI in army's tech landscape enhances operational efficiency.

Culture change and continuous learning are essential for modernizing procurement methods.

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Innovative Procurement Practices and AI in the Army

Stephanie Wilson discusses the excitement surrounding innovative procurement practices, particularly in the realm of AI. She emphasizes the importance of adapting the army's tech landscape by integrating AI to enhance operational efficiency. Wilson highlights the challenge of moving from traditional to non-traditional procurement methods, stressing the significance of getting individuals comfortable with unfamiliar processes.

Introduction

4min

Advancing Technology for Warfighters

11min

AI Integration in Defense Procurement

6min

Cultivating Humility in Defense Procurement Innovation

4min

Shifting Culture Towards Non-Traditional Procurement Methods in Defense

4min

Today’s bonus episode features listener favorite and contracting powerhouse, Stephanie Wilson, on the Doing Tech Better in Government podcast. Stephanie chats with host, Brian Fox, about her experience with non-traditional procurement methods, combating legacy tech, and getting familiar with the unfamiliar. From AI in procurement to culture change within the DoD, Stephanie discusses the challenges and opportunities in modernizing procurement methods. Tune in to learn how to foster a culture of innovation and critical thinking.

TIMESTAMPS:

(2:14) Innovative procurement practices in the Army

(4:54) Challenges in adopting new procurement methods

(07:38) How to overcome fear and embracing change

(12:22) Why upskilling and culture change are critical

(20:55) Staying humble and curious in the face of innovation

(24:03) What does the future of procurement look like?

LINKS:

Follow Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-wilson-790902237/

Follow Bonnie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-evangelista-520747231/

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