THE ARMY’S INNOVATION DILEMMA

Published on March 12, 2024

The Army’s Innovation Dilemma

When Clayton Christensen first published The Innovator’s Dilemma in 1997, he almost perfectly forecast today’s dynamic across the United States Department of Defense. His central warning—that private incumbents who fail to embrace disruption will seriously risk their positions of market leadership—now rings especially true for our most trusted national institutions. For example, the United States Army employs 1.2 million people and executes a budget that reached $178 billion in fiscal year 2023. It operates at a depth and breadth of verticals that no Fortune 500 could imagine—and its idiosyncratic culture predates the birth of our nation. And as we now face a new round of transformation, it wanders directly into the path of Christensen’s warning.

Read Full Article

Other news

Azerbaijani Special Forces Redefine Drone Warfare with Innovative Mortar Deployment

March 11, 2024
In a groundbreaking move that could significantly alter modern combat tactics, the Azerbaijani Army's special forces have started using quadcopters, specifically adapted for dropping 82mm mortars, joining the forefront of military innovation. This development not only showcases the evolving landscape of drone warfare but also highlights Azerbaijan's increasing prowess in leveraging technology for

Marine Corps Wants Drone Fleets "Cached & Hidden" on Amphibious Assault Ships

March 12, 2024
Surface, air and undersea maritime warfare drones can be “cached and hidden” on large amphibious assault ships to survey enemy coastline, hunt submarines, conduct forward undersea and surface reconnaissance, deliver small attack units or even launch precision attacks when directed by a human.Read the full article here