Ellen Lord, under secretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics, has a new system for Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis to track major defense programs. (U.S. Marine Corps/Sgt. Conner Robbins)

Defense industry fighting DoD proposal to change performance payments

DoD's Ellen Lord has a way to incentivize better contract performance, but industry is rebelling.

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The agreements struck by leaders of North and South Korea at this week’s summit are important steps, which have the potential for significantly reducing tensions on the Korean Peninsula. But ongoing verification that the agreements are being adhered to will be needed, according to experts.

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Michael Brown is the new head of the Pentagon's Defense Innovation Unit. (Illustration by Devan Feeney/Staff)

Former Symantec boss takes over the Defense Innovation Unit

"My fundamental view is we are in a technology race. We didn’t ask to be in this, but we’re in it," the new DIU head warns.

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SAMI aims to make Saudi Arabia a defense industry powerhouse by 2030

Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) is a state-owned defense company, engaged in domestic and international markets in the Middle Eastern region. Founded in May2017 as part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 long-term strategic plan, the company was established after 15 months of consultation with external experts and specialists, with industry best practices and with the highest standards of operation and direction at its core.

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The defense industry pushes back on the Pentagon's proposed changes to performance payments and the Marines kill the AAV upgrade program. (Dustin Diaz/Staff)

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