On this episode, Leslie Beavers, the acting Chief Information Officer for the Department of Defense, discusses the role and responsibilities of the Department of Defense (DoD) in defending the nation. The DoD is responsible for coordinating all IT efforts within the department, as well as warfighting command control and communications. With a budget of $60 billion annually and over 4 million people across the globe, Ms. Beavers emphasizes the importance of interoperability and integration within the department, as well as the need for a streamlined acquisition process and organizational change strategy.Tune in to learn:<ul><li>The Department of Defense’s responsibilities in for defending the nation and coordinating all IT efforts within the department.</li><li>Why interoperability and integration are key challenges in aligning the various branches and agencies within the DoD.</li><li>How the DoD aims to utilize commercial off-the-shelf solutions as much as possible, but modifications are often necessary to meet unique requirements.</li><li>Why organizational change and education are crucial in driving technology strategy and ensuring alignment and cooperation across the department.</li></ul>Imagine a world where your data flows like electricity—unseen, yet powering everything you do. A world where high availability, low latency, and disaster recovery are not just expectations but realities. Welcome to the future, powered by Zayo's network. In a world that never stops, Zayo is the network underneath it all, helping the most innovative and forward-thinking companies grow. Because Zayo doesn't just connect places, they connect possibilities. Zayo connects what's next for you.Discover the power of Zayo’s network today. Visit <a href="https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries">https://go.zayo.com/network/itvisionaries</a> Mission.org is a media studio producing content for world-class clients. Learn more at <a href="https://mission.org/">mission.org</a>.

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