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Clayton Swope
Deputy Director of the Aerospace Security Project and Senior Fellow in the Defense and Security Department at CSIS, providing expert analysis on government space procurement and policy.
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Jan 22, 2026
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“When to Use (and Not Use) ‘As a Service’ for Government Space Requirements”: Audio Brief with Clayton Swope
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Clayton Swope, Deputy Director of the Aerospace Security Project at CSIS, dives into his white paper on government space procurement. He discusses the shift from ownership models to 'as-a-service' approaches, emphasizing the need for clear decision criteria. Swope highlights the importance of focusing on performance, schedule, and cost, warning against getting sidetracked by terms like 'commercial'. Ultimately, he advocates for a best-value approach that prioritizes outcomes over labels.
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