The US Navy's Silicon Valley Makeover: Streamlining Procurement for Faster Tech Adoption

The US Navy is undergoing a quiet transformation. CTO Justin Fanelli is streamlining cumbersome procurement processes to attract startups for naval technology projects. Using an 'innovation adoption kit' and a 'horizon model,' the Navy is partnering with companies like Via to rapidly deploy new technologies, such as advanced cybersecurity and alternative GPS. This shift has also changed Silicon Valley's attitude toward government partnerships, with more companies actively participating and providing solutions in AI, robotic process automation, and other areas, significantly improving efficiency and morale.