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The U.S. military has historically prioritized avoiding mistakes, which, while prudent, has slowed innovation. However, the pace of technological change, especially with AI, demands a new approach. Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll emphasizes that traditional procurement processes, often mired in excessive bureaucracy and multiple decision points, are ill-suited for the fast-evolving AI landscape.
He advocates collapsing these layers of approval, with direct accountability pushing for rapid testing and implementation. The goal is to enable the military to move at the speed of AI development, rather than lag behind due to outdated procedures.