Shannon Sullivan

Join me on July 31st as I discuss the critical topic of Model-Based Acquisition for Defense Programs with the amazing community of INCOSE. No matter your role in defense acquisition programs, this will be a session you won't want to miss!!! #MBAcq #MBSE #ModelBasedAcquisition #MBE #MBD #MBx #defenseacquisition #defense #defenseprograms #modelbased #paradigmshift

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Why Hawaii is the Perfect Home for the OnRamp Hub Hawaii’s strategic position in the Indo-Pacific region is unparalleled. As the United States continues its commitment to maintaining a free and independent Indo-Pacific, Hawaii sits at the tip of the spear—a vital crossroads for defense, diplomacy, and innovation. Beyond its geographic significance, Hawaii boasts the largest concentration of senior military officials outside of Washington, D.C., unique with 4-Star representation and operational command structures located within “uber-driving distance” of each other. This accessibility fosters seamless collaboration between government, military, and private sector leaders to address the region’s diverse challenges and opportunities. The Indo-Pacific is not just a focus area for today but a decisive region for the foreseeable future. With shifting geopolitical dynamics and growing economic interconnectivity, the importance of maintaining a robust U.S. presence and fostering partnerships has never been greater. By placing the OnRamp Hub in Hawaii, we’re aligning critical innovation capabilities with the region that needs them most—offering tailored solutions, rapid implementation, and unmatched access to military and civilian leaders. Hawaii is not just strategically placed—it’s strategically essential. Get ready to witness some of the transformative initiatives we have in store! The OnRamp Hub is poised to deliver groundbreaking solutions that will drive progress, strengthen partnerships, and secure the future of the Indo-Pacific. Stay tuned—this is just the beginning. #IndoPacific #Innovation #Defense #OnRampHub #Leadership #StrategicPositioning Defense Innovation OnRamp Hubs Defense Innovation OnRamp Hub: Hawaii

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Interested in #AI or Autonomous Systems? Then check out this article by Axios on my company's CINO.

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The Department of Defense (DoD) is proposing changes to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to implement updates from the National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs) for FY 2018, 2021, and 2022. These changes aim to refine requirements for contractors to submit cost or pricing data. Key updates include: 1. Higher Threshold for Certified Cost or Pricing Data: The threshold is raised to $2 million, reducing paperwork for smaller contracts while maintaining certification requirements for larger ones. 2. New Requirements for Non-Certified Data: Contracting officers can request "data other than certified cost or pricing data" to verify price reasonableness, making organized and transparent pricing documentation essential. 3. Application to Commercial Products and Services: The rules now apply to commercial items, including off-the-shelf products and services, requiring the same data submissions as traditional contracts. 4. Stronger Focus on Fair Pricing: Contracting officers have increased authority to scrutinize pricing data, even when certified data isn’t mandatory, emphasizing the need for clear, well-documented pricing justifications. The public comment period for this proposed rule ends on November 25, 2024, with comments accepted at Regulations.gov.

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📣 Last call for tomorrow's webinar! 📣 Moderated by our VP of Partnerships, Peter Romness, industry experts from Cavelo Inc. and IsI Enterprises will be discussing the role, complexities, and benefits of AI in the Defense Industrial Base. Register for this timely discussion below!

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SolarWinds GVP of Engineering Krishna Sai explores how AI, ML, and observability can help SOCOM and other DoD agencies achieve a multi-domain infrastructure that is interoperable, dependable, transparent, secure, and high performing. Read more in C4ISRNET here:

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Staying informed in the dynamic world of government contracting (GovCon) is crucial for success. The GovCon media offers a wealth of free information, keeping you updated on the latest news, issues, and trends. From defense technology to federal policies, these sources provide valuable insights to help you stay ahead of the curve. This article highlights 12 GovCon media outlets that every government contractor should follow. Bookmark these links and subscribe to their newsletters to stay well-informed. https://lnkd.in/eSH4mqJH #GovCon #GovernmentContracting #GovConNews #FederalContracting #DefenseTechnology #GovernmentPolicies #ContractorResources #GovConUpdates #StayInformed #GovConTrends #IndustryInsights #GovConMedia #GovConSuccess #Bids #Proposals #LohfeldConsulting #ExecutiveBiz #FederalNewsNetwork #GovBrew #GovCIO #G2Xchange #OrangeSlices #WashingtonTechonology

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Three words I use when describing my company's #DigitalEnginerering solution, ReadyOne: award - winning, rapid, and transformative. Visit SAIC at #SMD2024 to learn how ReadyOne can level up your digital engineering journey.

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Great Good News! Northrop Grumman Foundation has awarded NPower a $1 million grant to expand our award-winning tech training programs, including those that serve the military-connected community. This generous investment will allow us to grow our SkillBridge Cybersecurity program, a Department of Defense initiative that helps service members gain the skills needed to successfully transition into civilian careers in tech. With Northrop Grumman’s support, we’ll be able to extend our reach into San Diego, and continue to equip veterans, their spouses, and active-duty service members with the tools they need to thrive in today’s workforce. These individuals bring invaluable talent—leadership, technical expertise, risk management, and critical thinking, among others—skills that are in high demand as the need for tech talent continues to grow. Together, we’re creating more pathways to economic mobility, strengthening the future of our workforce, and empowering those who have served our country. A huge thanks to our partners at the Northrop Grumman Foundation! Learn more about our continued partnership below. https://lnkd.in/eMwtw3sR #NPower #TechForGood #Veterans #MilitaryTransition #Cybersecurity #WorkforceInnovation #SkilledTechTalent

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The US #Navy just issued an article detailing the success of their #ZeroTrust implementation for Flank Speed. The top line is that the #security environment they’ve developed achieved 100% (91 of 91) of the Zero Trust Target level activities and nearly 100% (60 of 61) of the Advanced ZT level activities outlined in the Department of Defense’s Zero Trust strategy. As a result, the US Navy is well ahead of the Department’s 2027 goal for implementing Zero Trust at a Target activity level within their systems.   Our team is honored to support the Navy's deployment and configuration of Microsoft security solutions for Flank Speed and help DoN achieve this historic milestone. This is a testament to the defenders within DoN who are working tirelessly to deploy a comprehensive and integrated solution to protect their systems and personnel. If you want to learn how to implement a similar solution in your department or agency, see our implementation guide here: https://lnkd.in/gSxmS8uN #ZeroTrust #DoD #Microsoft #CyberSecurity Nadia Matthews, Steve Faehl, Gregory Knepper

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The American Society of Military Comptrollers (ASMC) Professional Development Institute (PDI) 2024 is next week, working to build unity in the defense financial management community. Swing by booth 202 to talk about truly automating your internal controls, audit, and risk management programs. https://lnkd.in/gg5iHjpu #PDI2024 #PDIdfm #ASMC #DefenseFinancialManagement #DefenseFM #ERM #RiskManagement #audit #internalcontrols

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In this article, SolarWinds GVP of Engineering Krishna Sai explores how AI, ML, and observability can help SOCOM and other DoD agencies achieve a multi-domain infrastructure that is interoperable, dependable, transparent, secure, and high performing. Read more in C4ISRNET here: https://bit.ly/3VZypTk

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Exciting developments are underway in the Navy’s efforts to integrate new defense technologies. Our Senior VP of Enterprise Engineering and AI Strategy, Corren McCoy, Ph.D., shares valuable insights on this initiative. Take a moment to explore this article and discover how these innovations are shaping national security. G2 Ops, Inc. #smallbusiness #navy #innovation https://lnkd.in/eeFFW2eH

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Where's the Beef? I mean Data! Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) leaders emphasized the importance of transparency and relevance in AI pitches! DISA advised vendors to avoid using AI just for the sake of it and instead focus on how AI features work and the data they were trained on! The key takeaway: AI solutions must be mission-specific and backed by solid, well-curated data! https://lnkd.in/eys_DJ8W Steve Wallace #Rocks Sydney Freedberg Breaking Defense #AI .

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I loved having Jake Singleton, USSF on the podcast! Clearly digital modernization requires changing how people, culture, processes, and technology work together to create improved products and outcomes. But in government, procurement processes are foundational to changing those outcomes. Modular/agile contracting can help, and is revolutionary, but on this podcast you get to see the possibility of international partnerships. I hope you listen in!

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It's tomorrow! - Did we say $50B Army MAPS IDIQ? Red Team is hosting a virtual “MAPS: Industry Day Highlights and Key Takeaways” event, offering critical insights to help companies position themselves as strong contenders. Joe Salgado Tris Carpenter Jenny Frazier Red Team Consulting David Blackburn OrangeSlices AI

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"The purpose of the APFIT pilot program is to expeditiously transition technologies into production, and to accelerate the fielding of needed technologies to the warfighter, with priority given to technologies developed by small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors. The benefits of this pilot program will be to deliver war-winning capability earlier than scheduled, while contributing to the viability of small business and nontraditional defense contractor vendors. APFIT is an additional tool the DoD can use to propel innovative capabilities across the "Valley of Death" and accelerate fielding into the hands of warfighters."

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