UPDATE: At a recent Breitbart News Policy event, Onebrief COO Adam Lackey revealed how innovative technologies are revolutionizing military decision-making. Speaking alongside Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow, Lackey emphasized the need for adaptive and continuous planning in military operations, stating, “If you’re not capable of inflicting violence on your adversary, you have no credible deterrence.”
This urgent message comes as military officials across the globe seek to enhance operational efficiency amid rising tensions. Lackey explained that Onebrief’s collaborative planning platform extends from tactical levels to the Pentagon and the White House, supporting essential military echelons including the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and various branches of the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Lackey, a veteran himself, criticized outdated defense acquisition systems, stating, “I got so much garbage handed to me going out the door. It was mass produced, and it’s not what you need.” His remarks underscore the urgency for modernizing military technology to ensure troops receive the right tools in critical situations.
He highlighted Onebrief’s commitment to providing cutting-edge technologies that meet commanders’ needs, advocating for coherent policy to drive these advancements. The current administration’s efforts to eliminate acquisition bottlenecks and streamline processes were also noted, but Lackey cautioned, “You replace old bad bureaucracy with new, slow bureaucracy.”
Concerns about compliance requirements, particularly around cybersecurity standards, pose challenges for smaller, innovative firms trying to enter the defense market. Lackey called for collaboration with Department of Defense partners like DIU and DARPA to empower innovative ideas at all levels, ensuring they reach the warfighter swiftly.
Marlow pointed out that firms like Onebrief represent “venture-backed non-traditionals,” capable of rapid innovation compared to the “very bloated” Department of War. Lackey stressed the failures of legacy acquisition programs, referencing instances where substantial funds were wasted on ineffective contracts.
He insisted that the value lies in companies absorbing their own R&D costs, demonstrating their products’ effectiveness to the government. “We are selling to the government what they need, and the government sees the value in that product,” he stated, reinforcing the notion that this model optimizes taxpayer dollars.
As military operations evolve, the need for innovative solutions is more pressing than ever. Onebrief’s advancements in collaborative planning are paving the way for more effective responses in what Lackey describes as “actual kinetic events,” which can lead to chaotic situations requiring immediate and decisive action.
Expect further developments as Onebrief and similar firms continue to redefine military capabilities, ensuring that the best ideas are implemented where they are needed most—the front lines.
Stay tuned for more updates on this critical issue as it develops.
