Army CIO touts benefits of network modernization

By Courtney McBride / June 24, 2016 at 4:21 PM
The Army's pursuit of readiness takes many forms, including an ongoing push for network modernization, according to its chief information officer. Speaking during a June 22 industry day at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, Lt. Gen. Robert Ferrell outlined his office's major lines of effort: providing signal capabilities to the force; enhancing cybersecurity capabilities; increasing network throughput and ensuring sufficient computing infrastructure; delivering IT services to the tactical "edge"; and strengthening network operations. Ferrell emphasized that these priorities are "enduring," and...

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