Army Secretary Demands Modern Technology for Soldiers
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll spoke at the AUSA Conference, pledging to adopt a Silicon Valley-like approach to weapons and tech development and procurement.
No one can predict the next war, but we cannot wait — we cannot f------ wait to innovate until Americans are dying on the battlefield.
Driscoll emphasized the need for soldiers to have access to modern technology, comparable to what they use at home, to effectively fight in modern conflicts.
- Driscoll expressed frustration with the service's slow acquisition system.
- The Army plans to innovate and enable soldiers with modern technology.
Author's summary: Army Secretary demands modern tech for soldiers.