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Navy/USMC

Role Of Data Rights For Open Systems Need Clarifying, Navy Official Says

Defense Daily Staff

Monday, October 22nd, 2012

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Pentagon acquisition officials still need to work toward optimizing data rights requirements to ensure that developing open architecture (OA) systems save money but in a way that is also beneficial to industry, a senior Navy official said last week. James Thomsen, the principal civilian deputy assistant secretary of the Navy for research, development and acquisition, said defining data requirements remains a challenge but is essential toward creating a “well thought out“ OA business model. “We’ve got to be very thoughtful…

Space

Upgrading Current GPS Ground System “Now a Viable Option,” As GPS OCX Problems Continue, Space Official Says

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Congress

Graham Says GOP To Move Ahead On Second Reconciliation Bill, With Defense Funds As Priority

Senate Budget Committee Chair Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Wednesday, with the White House’s backing, his panel will move “expeditiously” on crafting a second reconciliation bill, citing priorities for defense and […]

Pentagon

Hegseth Acknowledges Potential $200 Billion Iran Supplemental Request, Final Figure ‘Could Move’

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Congress

Counter-Drone Flyaway Kit Used In U.S. In Early Hours Of Iran Strikes, NORTHCOM Head Says

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