An Overview of US Department of Defense

US Department of Defense Primer

The US Department of Defense (DoD) is the largest organization in the world, employing nearly 3 million people. It accounts for close to 40% of global military spending and is the world’s largest buyer of goods and services.

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With that kind of size comes complexity, both in the organization and in its processes. On top of that, the DoD handles some of the country’s most sensitive information and technologies, which makes security paramount. For vendors and partners, this means navigating a unique and highly regulated environment, from established hierarchies to complex procurement rules.

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This Primer breaks it down. You’ll get a clear view of the DoD’s people, structure, funding, and procurement practices—so you can approach working with the department with greater confidence and clarity.

Course: 7 Chapters
Est. time: 45 mins

What's Covered In This Primer?

1
Introduction
2
The People
3
The Organization
4
DoD Funding
5
Purchasing at the DoD
6
Working with the DoD
7
Trends
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Chapter 1 Breakdown
  • Understanding the Department of Defense
Chapter 2 Breakdown
  • Understanding who works at the DoD
Chapter 3 Breakdown
  • What are the key parts of the DoD, and how do they fit together?
  • How are the military services (e.g., the Army) organized?
Chapter 4 Breakdown
  • Understanding the sources and uses of DoD’s discretionary budget
Chapter 5 Breakdown
  • Understanding where purchasing happens within the DoD, and who is typically involved
Chapter 6 Breakdown
  • What else you need to know to work effectively with the DoD
Chapter 7 Breakdown
  • What trends are impacting the DoD today?
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US Department of Defense Trends

New technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML) are the new arms race. Current areas of focus include: autonomous systems - like unmanned vehicles, precision missiles, and defense systems, and Cybersecurity.
People challenges
Recruiting and retaining is getting more difficult. Fewer young people are meeting eligibility requirements (for example, due to poor health). There is growing competition with the private sector, which is luring away top DoD recruits and employees.
More private sector partnerships
The DoD is partnering with large players known for innovation — for example, Palantir on development of AI & ML capabilities. There is also a push for faster R&D and more “agile” thinking within the DoD.

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