Key Takeaways
- Defense leaders emphasize acquisition reform.
- Acquisition volatility affects lower tiers of industrial base.
- Continuity is crucial for sustaining readiness.
Defense leaders have emphasized acquisition reform, highlighting the need to address readiness risks. A Texas-based company has experienced significant decline in orders during government shutdowns, citing execution volatility. The article suggests targeted policy adjustments could improve continuity and stability in the defense industrial base. Congress and the Department of Defense should consider establishing an Industrial Base Continuity Authority for sustainment-related items.