U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) have developed an efficient weapons acquisition process that allows them to quickly integrate new technologies. At a recent symposium, experts highlighted the importance of this flexibility for the broader military. Rep. Adam Smith emphasized the need for cultural shifts within the Pentagon to accelerate innovation. SOF's collaborative approach between operators and industry partners ensures that acquisition is aligned with the real-time needs of operators, serving as a model for the entire Joint Force to enhance their capabilities and responsiveness.
The biggest thing we need to do is really fundamentally change the culture of the Pentagon and Congress.
SOF's agile acquisition process means that it's able to work with industry partners to get its hands on and adjust both hardware and software faster than others.
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