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a16z Cast
04/03/25
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If you have solutions that work, the Army wants to engage with you directly to test them in the field.
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Can the Military Move at Startup Speed? How the Army and Navy Are Rebuilding
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04/03/25
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Liz McNally
05/06/25
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We collaborate closely with combatant commands to identify warfighting needs that commercial technology can address, while also scouting for emerging technologies that the military may not yet be considering.
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Liz McNally
05/06/25
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The Department of Defense is moving towards a model that allows for faster procurement and competitive solutions, as demonstrated by the success of the Commercial Solutions Opening.
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a16z Cast
04/03/25
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We're now focusing on scaling what works and transforming execution in the Army to adapt to new technologies effectively.
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a16z Cast
04/03/25
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We want to see significant improvements in technology that can be rapidly deployed to enhance military capabilities.
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Liz McNally
05/06/25
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Our approach includes prototyping and fielding technology at scale, which is essential for modernizing defense capabilities.
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a16z Cast
04/03/25
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The Army is moving forward with a consortium for next-generation command and control technology to improve operational efficiency.
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a16z Cast
04/03/25
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Startups can help identify problems within the military, but they cannot solve the fundamental issues of how we articulate our needs.
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a16z Cast
05/06/25
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To effectively modernize warfare, we must get advanced technologies into the hands of warfighters, as seeing is believing in terms of their impact.
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Chris Brose
04/23/25
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We're excited about revolutionizing soldier capabilities on the battlefield through advanced systems that enhance agency and awareness beyond traditional limits.