Steve Blank The Department of War Directory
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- The Department of War (DoW) introduced the largest acquisition reforms in 60 years, shifting focus from process and cost to delivery speed.
- The changes were rapidly enacted into law through the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) with bipartisan support.
- The new strategy prioritizes a 'commercial first' approach, buying off-the-shelf products using fast-track processes instead of custom-designed weapons.
- The DoW is reorganizing its entire acquisition ecosystem, introducing roles like Portfolio Acquisition Executive and Capability Program Managers.
- The December 2025 Directory update provides details on the new organizations and aims to help startups navigate the system by reducing information barriers.