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a16z Cast

04/28/25

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The Department of Defense faces similar challenges in logistics, where legacy systems hinder effective operations.

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The Software Crisis Behind America's Infrastructure

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The Software Crisis Behind America's Infrastructure

04/28/25

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Qasar Younis

04/14/25

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The Department of Defense's procurement process is improving, but it still needs more senior personnel who understand software to streamline operations effectively.

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Qasar Younis

04/14/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense is still primarily focused on hardware, but there are ongoing efforts to change this and integrate more software solutions into their operations.

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a16z Cast

04/03/25

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The real bottlenecks in the Department of Defense are cultural and procedural, not technical, and we can apply technology to address these issues.

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Phillip Buckendorf

04/28/25

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The logistics capabilities of the U.S. military must evolve to meet the challenges of contested environments, where traditional supply routes may be compromised.

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Qasar Younis

04/14/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense must recognize the need for a mobile strategy that incorporates autonomy, similar to how the commercial sector has evolved.

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a16z Cast

04/03/25

@ a16z

The Department of Defense is working to break down silos and create shared services to improve efficiency across branches.

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Phillip Buckendorf

04/28/25

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Modernizing logistics requires a shift in thinking about software, moving beyond just updating legacy systems to deploying advanced solutions for real-time operational needs.

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Ben Horowitz

04/23/25

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The Department of Defense (DoD) has shifted from being mission-driven to politically and bureaucratically driven, which is a common complaint among its members.

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a16z Cast

04/03/25

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The biggest misconception is that the Department of Defense is outdated; we are actively transforming and adapting to modern challenges.