Navy CIO M. Barry Tanner on building for rapid change

M. Barry Tanner, CIO for the Department of the Navy, discussed the need to evolve military technology to keep pace with the rapid pace of AI and modern warfare. He emphasized a shift from rigid industrial processes to a modular, open-systems approach that enables rapid updates and a resilient communication infrastructure. Furthermore, he identified data accessibility and context as primary challenges. The Navy is looking to unlock disparate data sources to ensure decision-makers receive secure, authoritative, and timely information to maintain a competitive advantage.