WHAT’S NEW AT DAU
WHAT’S NEW AT DAU
DAU news, deployment of new credentials, updated online training, available workshops, webinars, and other learning opportunities.
DAU Flagship Event of Summer 2025 DAU Communications
Mark your calendars now for the DAU Flagship Event of Summer 2025 on June 4 at the DAU Fort Belvoir, Va., main campus. The theme for 2025 is “Driving Change–The Exponential Curve.” Technology transitions happen fast. Cars made horses obsolete as a mode of transportation in fewer than 30 years. Futurists can only predict how quickly AI will make certain human activities obsolete. The Defense Acquisition Workforce must be in the driver’s seat to impact the change needed to maintain a competitive edge. More information on this event will be available soon at the DAU Events website.
New Web Series for All Acquisition Professionals! Renee Butler
Leading With Purpose Jackie Brence View recordings from sessions of the 2025 Acquisition Update. In today’s rapidly evolving threat environment, the ability to equip Warfighters at speed and scale is more important than ever. Speakers at the 2025 Acquisition Update recog- nized the critical role of defense acquisition leaders at all levels in accelerating capability to the field. “The requirement for speed and impact, I think it’s going to accelerate over time,” affirmed retired Navy Adm. Mike Mul- len, 17th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and member of the Defense Innovation Board. “The most important part of it is you.” (Read more) “We’re not fielding capability fast enough and our strategic competitors, or our adversaries, are,” said former Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Ellen Lord. This reality exposed the importance of the mission fac- ing defense acquisition professionals. Experts from across the acquisition workforce joined Lord in discussing how to manage risk and incentives, work with industry, use acquisi- tion authorities, and understand the impact of acquisition on the Warfighter. (Read more) Leveraging new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) is key to maintaining the U.S. competitive advantage. Trusted AI and Autonomy is one of DoD’s critical technology areas, and important lessons can be learned from practitioners in nontraditional defense contractors and academia. DAU Visiting Professor Richard Threlkeld led a discussion to help the acquisition community learn about how these groups’ insights can benefit their programs. (Read more) Leading with Purpose: Accelerating Capabilities to the Field Matthew Sablan Finding AI Solutions For DoD Programs DAU Communications
China now fields more combat aircraft and a larger fleet than the Air Force and Navy. We are in an economic com- petition with our adversaries to maintain military superior- ity and need to optimize our purchasing power to ensure we protect and expand our warfighting advantages. Join us for an insightful webinar series designed specifically for defense acquisition professionals, “Maximizing Warfighter Edge Through Efficient Acquisition.” (Read more) Software Acquisition (SWA) Resources The Software Acquisition pathway facilitates rapid and iterative delivery of software capability to the user. Read Secretary Pete Hegseth’s memo, “Directing Modern Software Acquisition to Maximize Lethality,” underscoring the importance of utilizing the Software Acquisition Pathway in conjunc- tion with flexible, competitive contracting approaches, such as Commercial Solutions Openings and leveraging Other Transaction authority. (Read more)
New Acquisition Training Resources DAU Communications
Whether you’re looking to explore the latest technology trends in software modernization or gain hands-on expe- rience in program documentation, DAU has the right re- source for you. Check out the newest job-relevant courses and training options to meet your learning needs. (Read more)
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