defense department

Perspectives on Power, Security, and Leadership with General Anthony Zinni (USMC Ret.)

Submitted by on Fri, 12/29/2017 - 16:05
In this complex and dynamic world of changing demands, the nature of security today requires that it be conceived more broadly than ever before. Some have called for a new vibrant strategic direction for US national security and foreign policy. Today's context presents a unique set of challenges and requires a new way of thinking about power, security, and leadership.

Interagency Collaboration Practices

Submitted by on Thu, 12/21/2017 - 15:22

One of the better Open Gov plans for collaboration is the one by the Department of Agriculture.  It sets out four goals: (1) create an environment that fosters partnerships in program and service delivery; (2) seek out innovative ideas; (3) create incentives to collaborate; and (4) use technology to support coll

Veterans Affairs: "Transformation 21" and Beyond

Submitted by on Wed, 12/20/2017 - 12:13

The Department of Veterans Affairs, like HUD, is undertaking significant transformation efforts with congressional support. Its initial “Transformation 21” plan was framed around its fiscal year 2010 budget. Subsequently, more is on the way, but it has not yet been fully released.

Managing a responsive supply chain in support of U.S. military operations

Submitted by on Wed, 12/20/2017 - 10:53

Profile of Vice Admiral Alan Thompson, Director, Defense Logistics Agency