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// DOSSIER — us-army-modernization-c2-digital-logistics-electromagnetic-warfare
U.S. Army Modernization: Advancing C2, Digital Logistics, Electromagnetic Warfare, and Tactical Fitness Standards
REL_TIME: 22 Aug 2026 09:12Z · LANG: EN
The U.S. Army is actively modernizing its operational capabilities across multiple domains. In logistics, the Army is transitioning from manual, paper-based processes to Detroit Defense's Data Integration for Ground Systems (DIGS), a TRL 9, ATO-approved digital logbook designed for denied, degraded, intermittent, and limited-bandwidth (DDIL) environments. In electromagnetic warfare (EW), despite having no new starts budgeted for Fiscal Year 2027, the Army is leveraging commercial solutions (REWSI CSO) and broad requirements (CoN) to rapidly field capabilities, using V Corps as a pilot. Simultaneously, the Army is restructuring its C5ISR acquisition offices under Joseph Welch to advance command and control (C2) plans, while updating physical training methodologies to prepare soldiers as balanced 'tactical athletes' for the Army Fitness Test (AFT).
// Background
The Army's modernization push addresses long-standing vulnerabilities, including the divestment of electromagnetic warfare systems after the Cold War and a persistent reliance on manual paper-based logistics in motor pools. Additionally, the transition to the multi-event Army Fitness Test (AFT) has forced a shift in training philosophy, requiring endurance runners and strength lifters to cross-train to meet comprehensive tactical fitness standards.
// Key Developments
- Detroit Defense's DIGS platform digitizes Army logistics, yielding over 50% efficiency gains in PMCS and troubleshooting during operational experiments.
- The Army is bypassing the FY27 'no new starts' restriction for Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations (EMSO) by utilizing the REWSI Commercial Solutions Opening library.
- V Corps will serve as the primary pilot for the REWSI initiative, utilizing research and development funds for tactical EW experimentation.
- The Army's C5ISR acquisition office has undergone a major reorganization, led by Joseph Welch, to streamline command and control development.
- New physical training guidance for the Army Fitness Test (AFT) emphasizes balancing strength and endurance to prevent performance interference.
// Timeline
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The Army launches a major reorganization of its acquisition offices, appointing Joseph Welch as the lead program executive for C5ISR.
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ROTC cadets perform deadlifts during AFT preparation at Fort Knox, Kentucky, highlighting the test's strength requirements.
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Detroit Defense details the deployment and operational testing of its DIGS digital logistics system across multiple military bases.
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Military.com publishes comprehensive training guidelines for balancing strength and cardio for the Army Fitness Test.
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The Army faces a 'no new starts' budget restriction for electromagnetic spectrum operations, prompting alternative acquisition strategies.
// Perspectives
[Detroit Defense]
Advocates for replacing legacy paper forms (like the 5988-E) with the DIGS Digital Logbook to enable predictive sustainment and data-driven decision-making at the edge.
[Army Futures and Concepts Command]
Supports flexible, commercial-first acquisition frameworks (CoN and CSO) to rapidly field EW capabilities and bypass rigid, over-engineered procurement cycles.
[Army Acquisition (C5ISR)]
Focused on restructuring acquisition offices to streamline command and control (C2) development and integration.
// Quotes
“Without accurate, real-time logistics data at the edge, there is no foundation for predictive sustainment, no way to anticipate failures before they ground a vehicle, and no reliable picture of fleet health when it matters most.”
“Fires, Aviation, Maneuver even, they do have some requirement documents as well and money towards key capabilities that need EW to enable. It’s their money to spend, but why isn’t it also our capability to use as well?”
“What the CoN has allowed us to do is be even more flexible within that framework. As [Intelligence and Electronic Warfare] battalions are getting ready to stand up, we’re changing the force structure... It allows us to flex the kit.”
