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article: The Army embraces Right to Repair: Why that matters and what comes next:
A new Army policy calls for “right to repair provisions” in existing and future contracts, signaling a huge shift
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In my opinion, the wording in the directive, which asks the Army to "seek" repair rights, could create a loophole that allows manufacturers to resist. This makes repair rights more of a negotiable issue instead of a standard practice. The goal should be to make repair rights a guaranteed part of all contracts, ensuring that military personnel have the resources to fix equipment themselves instead of relying on expensive contractors.
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Cristina Johnson Excellent point, about loopholes, and great comment.
Apparently the military having the oem parts is a difficulty for manufacturers. Wondering if its about built in obsolescence in some of what they manufacture. After all military folks are notorious for being able to jerry-rig nearly anything to extend functionality. Perhaps there is concern those with skills might notice built in obsolescence.
Apparently the military having the oem parts is a difficulty for manufacturers. Wondering if its about built in obsolescence in some of what they manufacture. After all military folks are notorious for being able to jerry-rig nearly anything to extend functionality. Perhaps there is concern those with skills might notice built in obsolescence.
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