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

The key to improving procurement in the Department of Defense is having senior officials who are experienced in software development, which can lead to better product evaluations and streamlined processes.

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.

We need individuals in senior positions who deeply understand software development to drive faster procurement in the Department of Defense.

As taxpayers, veterans, and founders, we should want a competitive environment in defense contracting to address challenges faster and effectively.

The Department of Defense is a black box, but we are trying to fix it by bringing in more companies to work on national security.

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

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.

To bridge the gap between technology and Department of Defense buyers, we need dual fluency talent that understands both the military and commercial sectors.