Innovation under Austerity

A period of transition and tighter resources doesn’t signal the end of innovation. Rather, it can and should promote creative and collaborative thinking. America is built on innovation. We must reinforce a military culture that reflects and taps into this dynamic society — one that fosters and rewards innovation at all levels… We must choose resource strategies that are not only innovative and collaborative but also affordable. In my view, strategy insensitive to resources is rhetoric. Global responsibilities, ongoing conflicts, and aging weapons systems—coupled with tighter budgets—only reinforce that reality… Martin E. Dempsey. Sustaining Our Edge