DOD R&D leaders point to major challenges U.S. faces in aim to remain competitive

By Jordana Mishory / June 10, 2016 at 4:02 PM
Quickly adapting the Pentagon's processes to integrate commercial technology, better transitioning technology to the field and recruiting a technologically proficient workforce are some of the biggest challenges facing the United States as the nation aims to remain competitive, according to several Defense Department research and development leaders. During a Defense One technology summit, Strategic Capabilities Office Director William Roper said the biggest change in the 21st century as compared to the 20th century is that many of the important...

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