Conference Description
Key Takeaways
- Focuses on transforming Department of Defense acquisition processes to accelerate capability delivery
- Addresses AI integration, mission autonomy, and logistics challenges in contested environments
- Designed for senior government officials, defense industry executives, and acquisition professionals
- Hybrid format with keynotes, fireside chats, and panel discussions
- Sponsors include Golden Key Group, Amentum, CACI, Entarian, HII, and Jefferson Solutions Group
About the Conference
The 8th Annual Defense Conference, titled “Operationalizing Acquisition for the Warfighter,” brings together senior executives from the Department of Defense and the defense industry to examine how acquisition processes can be transformed to deliver advanced capabilities to the Future Force. The hybrid event offers both in-person attendance in Arlington, Virginia, and virtual participation options.
Acquisition and Technology Integration
Central to the conference agenda is the challenge of accelerating acquisition cycles while integrating emerging technologies. Sessions address AI and mission autonomy applications within defense systems, early industry engagement strategies, and supply chain resilience. The program examines both strategic policy considerations and technical implementation approaches for defense innovation.
Logistics and Sustainment in Contested Environments
The conference dedicates significant attention to logistics and sustainment challenges when operating in contested environments. This includes examining how defense organizations can maintain operational readiness and support capabilities under adverse conditions, a growing concern as threat landscapes evolve.
Workforce Development
Workforce modernization for the Department of Defense features as a key topic, recognizing that acquisition transformation requires personnel equipped with relevant skills and knowledge to implement new processes and technologies effectively.
Who Should Attend
The conference targets C-level executives, program managers, directors, and senior advisors from defense contractors and federal agencies. Acquisition professionals, logistics and sustainment leaders, technology innovators, and policy makers involved in national security will find the content relevant to their operational responsibilities.