What technology advancements can make the biggest impact in your workplace?

2016-07-29T10:11:57-04:00

Each day we have the opportunity to solve the DoD’s greatest problems with technology. What advancements in your workplace will bring the biggest change?

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Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 29 at 2016 11:02 AM

2016-07-29T11:02:30-04:00

I think even the mere consideration of more open source solutions can benefit everyone. It would challenge organizations and individuals to look outside the box, be creative, and stay curious when solving problems or improving systems and infrastructure. You can't argue that Linux and open source aren't everywhere already.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 29 at 2016 11:22 AM

2016-07-29T11:22:28-04:00

Technology that works. Once that is fixed, we can go from there.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 29 at 2016 11:43 AM

2016-07-29T11:43:29-04:00

Why do I still have Dell roaming my hallways?

R/ Steve

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 29 at 2016 12:28 PM

2016-07-29T12:28:14-04:00

Locking down systems so users cannot screw them up.

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Jul 29 at 2016 12:48 PM

2016-07-29T12:48:53-04:00

Secure (ie, better than SIPR), reliable reach-back and continuity of operations for major command and control (C2) nodes. We do not need one-for-one or even one-to-many hierarchical structures in C2...we need cloud-based solutions to provide many-to-many mesh resilience. Must be seriously secure. May need to move away from IP altogether.

Response by SSG Daniel Deiler made Jul 29 at 2016 3:22 PM

2016-07-29T15:22:44-04:00

FAR too much user level input as well as redundant processes and non-user friendly interfaces.

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Jul 30 at 2016 7:32 AM

2016-07-30T07:32:18-04:00

I do not think it is the technological advancement that is needed as much, but as a few people mentioned in regards to flexibility. Inherent to this problem is security in that everything is affected due to screening which takes time, which affects the contracting process, then the training, then the bugs... and by then... the technology is outdated. I foresee a future where most govt' technology has to utilize a form of a secure cloud, along with AI controlling every piece of hardware, with the hardware acting as a form of a thin client. Not only do hardware act as thin clients, but are modular in order to increase, replace, or optimize it's performance capabilities. Crucial to this piece is the development of 5G networks and the incorporation of the "Internet of Things (IoT)" that allow the thin clients to communicate in a timely and hasty manner.

The elephant in the room is that there are too many companies, along with the contracting processes, that complicate the roll out of technology. There has to be an efficient corporate solution that ensures that the technology is generated out in a timely in manner; along with a streamlined communication process that does not get lost between too many companies and controlling parties. By streamlining the technology through cloud, AI, and well-thoughtout contracting process; this would accelerate security, usability, and minimize training between Armed Services personnel.

I know this is not the best way to explain it, but you do not see in Star Trek where 25 different reps come to repair a defective system. The systems just works and I know it's just a TV/Series.

** Source: The Movie "The Pentagon Wars"

Response by Lt Col John (Jack) Christensen made Jul 30 at 2016 11:55 AM

2016-07-30T11:55:26-04:00

Been through what most comments mention at some point. I'd say keep up with the all technology that applies to your industry or tasks and upgrade as soon as budgets allow. This requires supervisors and managers looking ahead and inputting technology upgrades into long range budgets and senior leadership with the foresight to keep funding in final budgets. A good example that applies to many companies is simple CCTV camera systems. Twenty years ago state of the art was analog cameras recorded by VCRs. Such systems don't even exist today. If your company didn't invest in digital cameras and recording systems you simply weren't keeping up with technology. Lots of similar examples but my point is that making small upgrades to keep abreast of current technology is much more cost effective than having to replace entire systems that have become obsolete.

Response by SSgt Mark Lines made Jul 31 at 2016 11:09 AM

2016-07-31T11:09:08-04:00

/RANT Far less bureaucracy to purchase computers that will NOT be connected to the network and that will be purchased with unit funds. When I was on active duty, it was almost impossible to purchase a Mac that was designed to integrate with our Mixing/ Recording equipment. Submitted the paperwork 3 different times, and was told that the NMCI (Navy-Marine Corps Intranet) supplied computers could fill the roll. Submitted the paperwork to get approval for and purchase the needed software and interface hardware for Windows, denied because it was a small volume license. /END RANT
A change in the "One size fits all needs" attitude. Understanding that not everyone uses their machine in an office type environment or just for office related tasks. Give the end users the ability to have some input into what their computer needs are. If they can justify a specialized system, see above rant, and it is needed to fulfill their mission, allow for the purchase of said system.

Response by LCDR Rabbah Rona Matlow made Jul 31 at 2016 3:17 PM

2016-07-31T15:17:27-04:00

"Human Engineering" - changes that will make the job safer and easier for us to do...

Response by SGT Rick Ash made Jul 31 at 2016 10:13 PM

2016-07-31T22:13:42-04:00

Gigabit Internet access over DSL @ 6Mbs. Believe it or not even that isn't fast enough for me but I have 4 flat panels with different browsers up looking at the 3 companies I own and there are always multiple tabs on every page. (Each tab eats 256MB of bandwidth I believe.) Dad still has dial-up at 19.2Kbps! He refuses to pay Time Warner for cable access on top of their TV subscription. I'm surprised that a company that offers dial-up only is still in business. I'd love to have cable but they won't run half a mile of coax just for me.

Response by CMSgt Mike Esser made Aug 1 at 2016 11:58 AM

2016-08-01T11:58:42-04:00

Don't e-mail someone sitting next to you, engage in real conversation, get up and walk to an office for a one on one dialogue! Don't let Millennial troops only converse with you via text...Meet with them, make an impact, let them know you care and want to help them succeed!

Response by Cpl Mark A. Morris made Aug 1 at 2016 2:12 PM

2016-08-01T14:12:07-04:00

Good afternoon,

From my arm chair, I see the HIPAA compliant cloud becoming one large source. Employment and communication depend on it now and it will have to be secure beyond a doubt. But, this is where we are heading as an integration of people and work flow. For example: I need access to John Doe's medical records. He fell ill on vacation. He lives in Maine. All his medical records are secure from everyone. But, I have access. I view his latest CT before I perform an ultrasound exam.

This makes me doing the right thing at the right time. I do not get called to the office for reviewing Mr. Doe's record. Now, if I was just looking to look, that is a violation. Now, view this model on everything that we Americans do. If I work for the Department of Defense in missiles, but I am overseas, I better be viewing the correct information and not accessing info I have no business seeing. When you go off the reservation, it can be hard to be allowed back on.

With AI software and a Supercomputer with unlimited storage, we will be helped in our field of expertise. However, if you are evil and plan evil against your fellow Americans, you might be made an example of.

Systems understanding of you as a commodity is very close. Be Honorable. Do what you agreed to do. Then, you will be part of the solution.

Mark A. Morris BS, RDMS, RVT

Response by CPT Earl George made Aug 2 at 2016 8:30 AM

2016-08-02T08:30:23-04:00

the ability of the younger generation to do things even when their computers or I-phones aren't working.

Response by Cpl Dillan Donahue made Aug 2 at 2016 10:44 PM

2016-08-02T22:44:26-04:00

better wi-fi, a clean and stocked break room, and nice desk chairs and keyboards.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 3 at 2016 3:49 AM

2016-08-03T03:49:53-04:00

I am still issued a flip phone for my gov. cell phone. Command Post of the Future (CPOF) should seriously drop the future part. They have been in service since 2003 or 2004, and were being constructed in 1999. But, we still can't just call it just command post, because the word "future" allows for job and contract security. How about we in the DoD, do a better job at embracing the technology progression of over that last decade and try to catch up with the rest of society. Then maybe, we could then look at the future. Unfortunately, we entered two major war fronts (OEF/OIF), without raising taxes (Thanks Bush), and now we barely have money in the defense budget to train and maintain the force with, let alone invest in current technology. Easy example, look at the M16. It has been in service since 1964, we are just now almost done replacing them with the M4, which was first used in the military in 1994. We get excited when we put a weapon on a remote control vehicle. I was doing that back in the late 80s with my remote control cars and G.I. Joe action figure guns. Look at solar power. It's been in everyday household use since the 90's. We still carry batteries for everything in the field. We still need UPS to keep our servers on when I am sure Solar Power could fill a battery and allow systems to run during a power outage. We also go to the field and practice light and noise discipline, until we crank those loud 10-30K watt generators. I am sure there is an answer there with Solar Power too. I feel like the rest of the world will be teleporting places and we will still be jumping out of planes that were built in the 80's. Last note, when we do embrace an upgrade, we still go with lowest bidder. So that means it will be 2-5 years before the new technology actually works the way the industries promise and that is only after all the patches and upgrades. I will say on a positive note, I joined the army and was working off the old desktops during the dial up internet connection days. That technology changed pretty rapidly and I appreciate that everyday.

Response by 1LT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 4 at 2016 5:49 AM

2016-08-04T05:49:53-04:00

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Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 4 at 2016 9:15 AM

2016-08-04T09:15:17-04:00

Robotic Process Automation (RPA). I think RPA advancement could have an impact as it replaces complex manual processes related to data and process management. The return on investment could be significant as companies could reduce cost, processing times, and eliminate mistakes. However, the downside is as manual process is replaced the headcount is decreased and jobs are eliminated.

Response by SrA Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 4 at 2016 10:55 PM

2016-08-04T22:55:53-04:00

A 5 axis CNC machine; have an aircraft part you want fabricated? 5 axis machines can/will do it

Response by TSgt Joe C. made Aug 5 at 2016 5:05 AM

2016-08-05T05:05:37-04:00

Great read!

Response by SPC Michael S. made Aug 6 at 2016 12:52 AM

2016-08-06T00:52:51-04:00

Automatic Moron Detector.