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The five big inventions of the SR-71

October 18, 2022 Eric Lofgren 0

Here is a slice from the excellent Hermeus Podcast, with former Air Force pilot and general Robert Behler. He flew the SR-71 Blackbird, and provides […]

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When DoD could move contracts and requirements in just hours

July 14, 2021 Eric Lofgren 1

Kelly [Johnson] loved to tell how a general named Frank Carroll was so enthusiastic hearing Kelly describe the speed and maneuverability of the new P-80, […]

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OSD’s data-driven oversight of the military services and an alternative path forward

May 25, 2021 Eric Lofgren 1

GAO’s Shelby Oakley: I think the biggest thing that I see right now that is a challenge for Ms. Cummings’ office is their ability to, […]

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Podcast: How innovation really works with Anne Marie Knott

February 1, 2021 Eric Lofgren 0

Anne Marie Knott joined me on the Acquisition Talk podcast to discuss her book How Innovation Really Works. She is a professor teaching strategy and […]

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