We need to lower barriers for companies to work with the Department of Defense, making it easier for them to navigate the procurement process.

Founders in the tech industry should engage with the Department of Defense, as supporting government efforts is both a business opportunity and a civic responsibility.

The current administration presents a unique opportunity to rethink defense procurement, moving away from traditional methods to a more innovative, venture-first approach.

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.

Founders in defense tech should embrace the challenges of building in high-stakes environments, as the mission of contributing to security and stability is worth the effort.

The consolidation of defense contractors has led to a lack of competition, which is a root cause of inefficiencies in the defense industrial base.

The current defense procurement system is overly complex and needs to be simplified to allow for more effective and timely innovation.

In the defense sector, it's crucial to understand the unique dynamics of government contracts and how they differ from commercial markets.

We need to ensure that the US industrial base is competitive globally, so our allies choose to buy from us instead of adversaries.