As technology advances, the role of the human evolves. With these changes, it becomes ever more important to involve the end-user directly in technology design from the conception of the idea to the delivery, maintenance, and sustainment of the final product. In addition, advances in policy to incorporate Human Systems Integration (HSI) planning in defense acquisition (such as the publication of DOD Instruction 5000.95) require supportive and...

The purpose of the NDIA Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Division is to conduct a forum for Government and Military Service wheeled vehicle and related systems Program Executives/Managers, leaders and technical experts to present, discuss, and answer questions related to vehicle acquisition program strategies, updates, priorities, technology requirements, and other desired capabilities and characteristics to defense industry representatives in attenda...

The San Diego Chapter of NDIA (National Defense Industrial Association) is proud to present the NDIA 29th Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event - Supporting the Warfighter Mission in a Changing Acquisition Climate. The purpose of the Department of the Navy Gold Coast is to provide a forum to educate, guide, and assist businesses, especially small businesses, in working with the government, primarily the Department...

Great opportunity for industry and government to network in a full day, fast-paced program to gain insight on the latest information in cybersecurity requirements for federal contractors under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). The program will focus on providing prime contractors and subcontractors with the tools needed to ensure and prepare for cybersecurity throughout the...

Ever wondered how the Department of Defense (DOD) goes about buying something from start to finish? The How Washington Works® training course gives those who attend the understanding and insights into the processes that guide DOD actions and decisions for the future. The two-day course is a fast-paced overview of the three principal DOD decision-making support systems and how they are used by the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and US...