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.