The Defense Acquisition System needs to become more warfighter-centric to keep up with the demands of the modern-day battlefield. This shift requires more and better warfighter input into acquisition, as well as uniformed scientists and engineers to operate with sufficient authority to rapidly innovate.
Making The Defense Acquisition System More Warfighter-Centric
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The historically limited role of warfighters in the acquisition process has contributed to a variety of operational problems. The Defense Acquisition System (DAS) needs to become more warfighter-centric to deliver capabilities that keep up with the rapidly changing demands of the modern day battlefield. This shift requires more and better warfighter input into the design and development process. Moreover, uniformed scientists and engineers need to operate with sufficient acquisition authorities to rapidly innovate solutions to emerging battlefield problems at the tactical edge.