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Global Defense Market
May 2020
Allies, Partners More Important Than Ever
By James C. BoozerNow, more than ever, engagement and interoperability help us maintain and extend competitive advantage. As much of the world turns inward to deal with the impact of the current COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. competitors and adversaries seek advantage. -
Defense Department
April 2020
Despite Tough Times, Engagement Must Continue
By the NDIA Executive TeamIn the spring of 1918, a new flu virus began to spread as the United States fought in World War I; this H1N1 flu strain killed approximately 50 million people worldwide, including 675,000 Americans. -
Global Defense Market
April 2020
Protecting the Fruits of our Labor from China
For decades, the National Defense Industrial Association and its members have worked hard to ensure U.S. and allied warfighters enjoy decisive advantage across the spectrum of conflict. -
Defense Department
February 2020
Women Need Pathfinders to Serve as Role Models
By Rachel A. McCaffreyAn internal Hewlett Packard study found men will apply for a job or promotion if they meet approximately 60 percent of the qualifications, but women apply only if they meet 100 percent. -
Defense Department
February 2020
The Military Finds Strength in its Diversity
By James C. BoozerThroughout history, America flourishes when it effectively harnesses the strength and innovation of its diversity. Black History Month offers an annual opportunity to reflect on the power and competitive advantage diversity provides to U.S. military forces. -
Defense Department
January 2020
Tough Choices for Military, Political Leaders
The strategic environment has changed drastically since the Soviet Union’s fall and the rise of China. Our current National Security Strategy accurately defines the threats we face in emerging great power competition, as well as the steps needed to protect the nation. -
Defense Department
December 2019
Another CR, Another Blow to National Security
By Wesley HallmanWhat’s so bad about an extended, or worse, a year-long continuing resolution? While some see saved dollars due to spending at prior-year levels or merely delays that accelerated contracting and financing later in the year can mitigate, the insidious effects of a long-term CR mean fewer warriors with lower readiness, slowed fielding of capabilities, and a defense industrial base yet again burdened by delays and uncertainties. -
Defense Innovation
November 2019
The Association’s Next 100 Years
As I reflect on my first 30 months as the National Defense Industrial Association’s president and CEO, I’m proud of our team’s accomplishments but, more importantly, excited about our future. -
Air Power
October 2019
Recapitalizing America’s Air Force
Holidays are great. We take time off from our worries and relax. Unfortunately, holidays end, and often a built-up work backlog greets us back in the real world. -
Budget
August 2019
Budgets Require Industry-Government Cooperation
By Wesley HallmanWe should all celebrate the recent passage and signing of the 2019 Bipartisan Budget Act that ended the federal budget impasse and did away with the destructive spending caps imposed by the 2011 Budget Control Act.
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