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: An urgent request in January 2021 set off the chain of events that led to the delivery of ROCS in 2022. (Photo by Yvonne Najera, Training Support Activity Europe)
Building the workforce, supporting the Soldier.
USAASC is a high-performance, full-service support center that strengthens the Army Acquisition Workforce ensuring our Soldiers have a decisive advantage in any mission.
: An urgent request in January 2021 set off the chain of events that led to the delivery of ROCS in 2022. (Photo by Yvonne Najera, Training Support Activity Europe)
Listen to what the DACM has to say about the workforce meeting Army DACM Standards! Visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k75C6s5yyBY
A regional contracting center was established to support forward operating stations in Eastern Europe, enabling friendly forces to reinforce the European theater’s response to Russian aggression. Read about it here: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-support-for-victory-south/
409th Contracting Support Brigade | 923rd Contracting Battalion/MICC-Fort Riley | 922nd Contracting Battalion/MICC-Fort Campbell | 928th Contracting Battalion | NATO
SAVE THE DATE: Oct. 24-26, DoD will host a multi-agency forum for Digital Engineering practitioners and decision makers to collaborate, share best practices, and address pain points. The forum will bring together decision makers across multiple agencies. During this forum, attendees will share knowledge and recommend solutions. Learn more and register at: https://fed-def.org/
Vaccine Acceleration by Modular Progression (VAMP) program takes an agile approach to accelerate the delivery of vaccines against priority threats. Read about the program in the latest from magazine.
https://asc.army.mil/web/news-fail-forward-and-pivot/
JPEO for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
: The Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 provides fixed and semi-fixed sites to defeat subsonic CMD, UAS, and RAM. Learn more about the weapon system at https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/ms-ifpc_inc_2-i/
U.S. Army Program Executive Office Missiles and Space
In part one of a three-part series - The demand signal for data: Getting battlefield data to the right place at the right time. Read it here: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-logistics-for-data/ in the latest from magazine.
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Army Acquisition Civilians! Are you looking for a way to enhance your career? Would you like to perform a professional assignment with industry and share innovative best practices? The Public Private Talent Experience (PPTE) may be the program for you! Applications for PPTE are being accepted now through October 19. Read more about this special opportunity at https://asc.army.mil/web/career-development/programs/dod-ppte/.
For junior acquisition staff, this week's Faces of the Force, Wai Kwan Chung recommends taking the required training early in their career to gain a better understanding of acquisition processes and terms. Learn what else the program manager with the Joint Project Manager for CBRN Medical recommends at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-public-service-above-all/.
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JPEO for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense fills gap in Europe with rapid delivery of a lifesaving antidote. Read about it in the latest from magazine at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-expedited-delivery/.
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: “Band of Brothers” Army Ranger Regiment in Afghanistan with a Multi-purpose Anti-armor Anti-personnel Weapon System (MAAWS) M3. (Photo by U.S. Army)
Need more details about Digital Transformation? Unsure how to register for Udemy? Do you need to know what courses to take? Need to know where to go for help? Find the answer to those questions and more by visiting the FAQs section on the DACM Office Digital Transformation website.
https://asc.army.mil/web/digital-transformation/
Digital transformation is crucial to the Army's success, and our Army Acquisition Workforce professionals play a key role in making it happen! We need YOU to help drive digital transformation forward. As members of the Army Acquisition Workforce, you have a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the Army’s future. Visit https://asc.army.mil/web/digital-transformation/ to lean more.
: The T-9/D7R-II medium dozer is used to build and maintain air and ground lines of communication such as airfields and main supply routes, which enhances infrastructure and force protection for the Warfighter. ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/medium-dozer-t-9/
PEO Combat Support & Combat Service Support
Find out how two organizations attained synergy to achieve success in separate but associated acquisition programs in the latest from magazine. ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/news-separate-but-together/
PEO Soldier | JPEO Armaments and Ammunition | U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center |
Read more at: https://www.army.mil/article/268061/authors_encouraged_to_participate_in_the_army_acquisition_writing_competition
WASHINGTON – Lt. Gen. Robert L. Marion, Principal Military Deputy to the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, anno...
DAU is piloting CON 7810V Commercial Acquisition Capstone and is open for registrants! In this Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) course, participants will obtain a deep understanding of commercial acquisition definitions, processes, and resources. Students will then complete comprehensive cases studies to reinforce best commercial practices. Learn more and register at https://icatalog.dau.edu/onlinecatalog/courses.aspx?crs_id=13112
DAU will discuss the latest news about the CON Certification Prep Course(s) (CON 3900V/CON 3910) and the CON Certification Exam (CON 3990V) in an upcoming webinar scheduled for Sept. 12 at 1 p.m. ET. Learn more at https://www.dau.edu/event/CON_Certification_Prep_09_12_2023
: A High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) from 3rd Battalion,197th Field Artillery Regiment, fires a Reduced Range Practice Rocket during a live-fire exercise at McGregor Base Camp, Las Cruces, New Mexico (Photo by Spc. Devin Bard, 3-197th Field Artillery Regiment Public Affairs)
Time's running out to complete your digital training for this fiscal year. All PEO, USAASC, and ASA(ALT) acquisition-coded employees MUST complete the three prioritized courses within the Udemy Business Digital Foundations training pathway by September 30, 2023. Click the link to get started today! https://armyciv.udemy.com/
Great news! Udemy can be accessed via desktop computer or by the Udemy Business app, available for download on either your personal Android or iPhone or government-issued cell phone. To download on your government cell phone, visit the FAQs section on the DACM Office Digital Transformation website to learn how to download and start learning from anywhere! https://asc.army.mil/web/digital-transformation/
: Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) enables the training of U.S. Army commanders and battle staffs from Brigade through Echelon Above Corps/Theater-Level by utilizing select models, tools and interfaces based on the needs of the training audience. Learn more at https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/peo-stri-joint-land-component-constructive-training-capability-jlcctc/.
U.S. Army PEO STRI
We are so excited to be at West Point - The U.S. Military Academy this week talking to Cadets about their opportunities in Army Acquisitions for branch week.
The September 2023 edition of DACM Hot Topics, the online newsletter highlighting acquisition news, career development opportunities, training and education information, policy updates and more is online NOW! ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/news-september-2023-army-dacm-hot-topics/
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“Attending the MICC Master Gunners course absolutely transformed my view on the acquisition field, it made me a better leader, it simplified the bigger picture for me,” said Lilian Rodriguez, this week's Faces of the Force. Learn the two reasons why Rodriguez said she was drawn to the Workforce at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-master-gunner-trainer-yogi/.
U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command |
We need YOU to learn new technology and upskill to keep the Army competitive. Start with “Digital Transformation 2023 - Masterclass", the first foundations course. Click the link to get started today!
https://armyciv.udemy.com/course/digital-transformation-masterclass/learn/lecture/20275558
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The clock is ticking. Finish your digital training before the fiscal year ends and set yourself up for success. All PEO, USAASC, and ASA(ALT) acquisition-coded employees MUST complete the three prioritized courses within the Udemy Business Digital Foundations training pathway by September 30, 2023. Click the link to get started today!
https://armyciv.udemy.com/
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The DACM Office has a new site dedicated to digital transformation, including training information and the latest digital transformation news. Check it out! https://asc.army.mil/web/digital-transformation
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A digitally transformed Army cannot happen without a digitally transformed workforce and YOU! Start your journey now!
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Assistant Secretary of the Army - Acquisition, Logistics & Technology actions to support exemplify effort to build capacity at speed and scale. Read about it in the latest from magazine's Ukraine special edition at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-security-details/.
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: The Joint Biological Tactical Detection System (JBTDS) provides detection, collection, and identification of BWA at very low concentrations. Check it out now to learn more! ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/portfolio-item/cbd-joint-biological-tactical-detection-system-jbtds/
JPEO for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense
Introducing DEBoK! The Digital Engineering Body of Knowledge (DEBoK), maintained by the Digital Engineering, Modeling, and Simulation (DEM&S) team within OUSD(R&E), serves as a centralized hub of over 150 curated digital engineering resources to ensure the DoD engineering community has a common knowledge base as they implement digital engineering practices. Check it out at https://de-bok.org/
Upcoming Event: Ignite Your Professional Growth Beyond the Basics (1.5 CLPs per session) Gain more skills beyond your certification in events tailored for those looking to further improve their knowledge and proficiency within specific functional areas. August 31: Life Cycle Logistics For more information, and to register, visit https://www.dau.edu/event/Beyond_the_Basics_Ignite_Your_Professional_Growth
JPEO Armaments and Ammunition program management offices provide with M777 howitzers, 155 mm ammunition and ongoing support during an evolving mission. Learn more from magazine. ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/news-its-all-in-the-deliv-ery/
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Learn how the JPEO Armaments and Ammunition supports efforts in through nontraditional sources in the latest from magazine. ⤵️
https://asc.army.mil/web/news-building-an-arsenal-of-democracy/
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: A Puma lifts off at Grafenwoehr Training Area in Germany on March 17, 2023. PM UAS supported the delivery of 500 Puma unmanned aircraft systems to the government of Ukraine by streamlining contracting processes, identifying innovative solutions with industry partners and harnessing synergy across the Army security assistance enterprise.
Learn how the U.S. Army is modernizing information systems with old-fashioned relationship building in the latest from magazines special edition at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-building-trust-in-ukraine/.
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Project Management Uncrewed Aircraft Systems answers the call for urgent requirements. Read more in the latest from the Ukraine special edition of magazine at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-security-assistance-synergy/.
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Today our #PhotoFriday honors our Military Veterans with a video. To all who served, we thank you and your families for your service and sacrifice. HAPPY VETERANS DAY 2022!
#ICYMI: This week's #ArmyFOTF, Savanna Shilt, says “Our world is constantly changing…you want to be ahead of the curve.” Follow her #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career to learn more at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-ahead-of-the-curve/.
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#PhotoFriday: From this year's Association of the United States Army - AUSA National (AUSA), meet the robot patrol dog, Vision 60 Q-UGV, from Ghost Robotics. The robot was tested up to ¾ of a mile at AUSA.
#ICYMI: “Being a PSM is one of the best positions a logistician can hope for and I challenge all logisticians to aspire to be one,” says Christopher Lee Waltsak, Product support manager at US Army - PEO IEW&S and this week's Faces of the Force. Follow his #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career now at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-learn-by-example/. #ArmyFOTF
#ICYMI: Follow the #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career of assistant product manager Maj. Christopher Noll, this week's #ArmyFOTF at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-the-secret-sauce-is-leadership/. JPEO Armaments and Ammunition
FACES OF THE FORCE: Do you know someone who deserves to have their professionalism and accomplishments as member of the #ArmyAcquisition Workforce showcased? Well, we're looking for you! The process is very easy, just visit our webpage at the link below to fill out and submit the nomination form, and we will take it from there. Don't wait... do it now! ⤵️ https://asc.army.mil/web/publications/army-alt-submissions/. #ArmyFOTF
#ICYMI: Christopher ‘Michael’ Upton, Division chief, systems engineering planning and management at U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command is this week's #ArmyFOTF. Follow his #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-lasting-impact/.
"Our workforce always strives to go above and beyond in support to the Soldier, and without the contributions of Army Acquisition Workforce members like you, and your tireless commitment to excellence, our Soldiers would not enjoy the overmatch they have. For that, you have my heartfelt gratitude." --Rob Richardson, director #HappyLaborDay2022
#ICYMI: "The work I do in the United States has a dramatic impact on geopolitical issues globally,” said Joseph Leone, this week's #ArmyFOTF. Learn more from the Acting deputy product director for special ammunition and weapon systems at the JPEO Armaments and Ammunition at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-ammunition-for-success/. #ArmyAcquisition | U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command
#ICYMI: Viviana Gutierrez Jimenez, Program management engineer at the JPEO Armaments and Ammunition (JPEO A&A) Project Director Joint Services is this week's Faces of the Force. Bring your "A" game as you follow her #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-bring-your-a-game/. #ArmyFOTF
“Additionally, I enjoy sharing my professional and personal knowledge with Soldiers and civilians entering the Army Acquisition Workforce. To hear a ‘thank you’ or see the smile on their face is the best feeling ever,” says Stephen Fuller, this week's Faces of the Force. Read about his #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career at: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-share-the-knowledge/. 409th Contracting Support Brigade | #ArmyFOTF
🔊 #ArmyALT magazine is on a quest to showcase the professionalism and accomplishments of the workforce as well as the range of career opportunities in #ArmyAcquisition. Know someone? Spotlight their success for our Faces of the Force series by filling out the nomination form at: https://asc.army.mil/web/publications/army-alt-submissions/ #ArmyFOTF
#ICYMI: Follow the #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career of Contract specialist, Staff Sgt. Christopher J. Jungnick, this week's Faces of the Force. #ArmyFOTF | #ArmyContracting | 409th Contracting Support Brigade
Thinking of submitting an article to be published in Army AL&T magazine? For more helpful tips, visit: https://asc.army.mil/web/writers-guidelines/#images #ArmtALT | #ArmyAcquisition
#ICYMI: From Ms. Karen D.H. Saunders: New Adaptive Acquisition Framework provides pathways to simplify and expedite capability requirements. Learn more in the latest from #ArmyALT now! https://asc.army.mil/web/news-a-tailored-approach/ #ArmyAcquisition | #ArmyModernization | Assistant Secretary of the Army - Acquisition, Logistics & Technology
#ICYMI: Follow the #ArmyAcquisition career of William “Cody” Swinford, this week's #ArmyFOTF and learn what he does as a program manager for the Acquisition Support Command, U.S. Army Program Executive Office Missiles and Space. ⤵ https://asc.army.mil/web/news-have-communication-will-travel/ #ArmyAcquisition | #AAW | #LEAD
#ICYMI: Learn how a demonstration of counter-unmanned aircraft systems solutions generates interest from 16 foreign partners in the #ArmyALT article Innovation Draws International Interest at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-innovation-draws-international-interest/. U.S. Army Program Executive Office Missiles and Space | #ArmyAcquisition
#ICYMI: #BacktoBasics will create a modern continuous learning environment and empower employees to craft their careers. Read more in the #ArmyALT article Power to the People at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-power-to-the-people/. #ArmyAcquisition
#ICYMI: The @USArmy is looking at a new business model for satellite communications that could bundle equipment and services. Learn more at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-keeping-pace-cutting-costs/ #ArmyAcquisition | PEO C3T | US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command C5ISR Center
#ICYMI: Follow the #ArmyAcquisition workforce career of Camille Gowdy-Alexander, budget and pricing system lead for JPEO Armaments and Ammunition, U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Armaments Center. https://asc.army.mil/web/news-leading-through-service/ #ArmyFOTF
#ICYMI: Agile acquisition accelerates emerging technology transition to warfighters. Read more: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-aim-ing-high/ #ArmyAcquisition | U.S Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center | JPEO for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense | United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)
#ICYMI: Other-transaction authority's (OTA) power U.S. Army Medical Research & Development Command with speed, options. Learn more about the program here. ⤵️ https://asc.army.mil/web/news-double-time/ #ArmyAcquisition | #MTEC
#ICYMI: Follow the #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career of Serra D. Wallen, finance branch chief for U.S. Army Program Executive Office Missiles and Space, within the U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command Project Office. https://asc.army.mil/web/news-growth-through-service/ #ArmyFOTF
#ICYMI: DAU has made drastic changes to its offerings in the face of #COVID19, to better support #ArmyAcquisition professionals around the world. Read more at https://asc.army.mil/web/news-virtually-everywhere/ #ArmyALT
This week's #ArmyFOTF is Jose Santos, mechanical engineer with PEO Combat Support & Combat Service Support. Follow his #ArmyAcquisition Workforce career and learn more here. ⤵️ https://asc.army.mil/web/news-hands-on-is-job-won/
#ArmyALT magazine is USAASC’s quarterly professional journal, comprising in-depth, analytically focused articles for the #ArmyAcquisition workforce community. Interested in writing for us? Find all the writer's guidelines and more at https://asc.army.mil/web/writers-guidelines/
#ICYMI: U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command is working to remove heavy metals from Army aircraft to ensure the health and safety of aviation personnel. READ MORE: https://asc.army.mil/web/news-heavy-metal-banned/ #ArmyAcquisition #ArmyALT
#ArmyFOTF: “There are no jobs or assignments that you will not learn and grow from, or that will limit you, early in your career,” says Jeffrey Shtogrin. Learn more about this engineering branch chief for PEO Combat Support & Combat Service Support and learn how he keeps his life in balance. https://asc.army.mil/web/news-life-in-balance/