Ralph Lopez

Ralph Lopez, a former US Army colonel and deputy director at Carnegie Mellon, shares insights on the evolving landscape of military command systems. He discusses the pressing need for the U.S. to adapt its Command and Control (C2) systems in light of competition from China. Lopez explains the dynamic shift of the JADC2 program towards enhancing rapid military operations. He also reveals challenges like the fragility of internet connectivity in military contexts and highlights innovative solutions ensuring communication resilience.