The Department of War (DoW) has spent the past decade opening defense work to commercial innovators, startups, and small businesses. Companies that have never worked on a government contract and might not have considered it may be eligible to pursue a wide range of projects. Many of them don’t know ►
Traditional defense procurement was built for a different era. As threats evolved and the technology landscape shifted, the Department of War (DoW) needed a faster way to connect with startups, dual-use firms, and non-traditional contractors (NTDCs) developing the most critical emerging technologies, without subjecting them to a procurement process designed ►
Government program offices are under pressure to deliver faster, on tighter budgets, and with more scrutiny from oversight bodies that want to know exactly where money went and what was purchased. At the same time, the technology landscape is moving faster than traditional ►
Not every company knows about Other Transaction Authority (OTA), but those that do have a significant advantage. Designed to cut through the red tape of traditional procurement, the OTA consortium model has become one of the most effective pathways for innovative companies to bring their technology to the Department of ►
The introduction of dual-use technology has been a critical component for developing our nation’s defenses. From AI to microelectronics to resilient space systems, dual-use is changing the landscape for how our military researches and develops new technology.
However, the strict guidelines of traditional government contracting make implementing new technologies ►
Every passing year, technology innovations in the defense industry grow more sophisticated. In 2026, industry experts predicted a surge in defense technology innovation fueled by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity compliance, hypersonics, Internet of Things, and more.
The future of defense tech in the U.S. will depend largely on domestic ►
The U.S. defense acquisition system has played a pivotal role in equipping the military with cutting-edge technologies—from Cold War-era innovations to today’s advanced weaponry. Yet, as global threats evolve and technology advances at an unprecedented pace, procurement methods must adapt along with them. This blog explores the historical roots ►
Government prototyping contracts often fuel scientific exploration across fields, leading to the development of prototypes with the potential to revolutionize industries and improve lives.
However, the impact of this investment is only realized when these prototypes transition from the lab to the marketplace. This process, known as commercialization, can create a ►
In recent years, innovative procurement methods, specifically Other Transactions Authorities (OTAs), have become the driving force behind some of the most groundbreaking prototypes in defense, pushing the boundaries of science, technology, and engineering.
This shift represents a change in how governments approach problem-solving, using the power of prototyping to de-risk investments ►
