
Pentagon Moves to Replace JCIDS with a Leaner, Problem-Driven Pipeline
The Pentagon has ordered the disestablishment of JCIDS and launched a new problem-driven model that links requirements to funding via a Requirements and Resourcing Alignment Board, a Mission Engineering and Integration Activity, and a Joint Acceleration Reserve—aimed at accelerating fielding and closing the “valley of death” between prototypes and programs.

March 4, 2025 Policy Shift in DoD Acquisition
The DoD’s new policy eliminates affirmative action-based contract requirements, shifting to a merit-based approach. Learn how these changes impact federal contractors and procurement policies.