What makes CECOM special is our drive to always put the best equipment in the hands of Soldiers. It’s who we are. And our organization is full of subject matter experts with limitless talents, ready and willing to pave the way for the next ground-breaking development in C5ISR-M readiness. Every single one of you is part of the Army’s incredible story of resilience and innovation, and this is our time to add to that legacy and forge a path defined by transformation.
I understand that sometimes, we fall into a groove professionally. Once we figure out exactly what we need to do to succeed in our fields, it’s generally safe and predictable to stick to that. However, to reach the next level, we must continually push ourselves further and take some calculated risks to find excellence in that place of uncertainty and discomfort. The warfighter deserves our very best.
Professional curiosity shines a light on the future, and innovation leads the way. You are the expert in the position you fill, and this is more than a job – it’s a mission. Our mission.
Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll and Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George recently discussed the Army Transformation Initiative on the War on the Rocks podcast. I strongly encourage you to check it out if you haven’t already. The Army is in the process of becoming more lethal and efficient by identifying opportunities for improvement and rapidly executing solutions. It’s enlightening to hear their vision for ATI directly and important to think about how you can make a difference.
I ask you to reflect on your role and really analyze what it is you do, how you do it, and how you’d change it. I know DOD beat me to a similar ask, but I feel like it applies to our own organization as well, so I’ll pose the question here: What is one thing you would change from your perspective as an expert in your position to improve, or even change, CECOM? I want you to shoot for the moon. Anything is possible so think big.
Fortunately, CECOM is no stranger to change. In fact, we thrive when faced with change and continually evolve. Our restlessness enables us to deliver what service members need when they need it.
This is our CECOM. What do YOU want to add to the story?
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