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Space Force Reforms Acquisition for Enhanced Collaboration

10/9/2025

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Space Force reforms acquisition processes, announced by Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, at the Air Force Association conference.
Congress is considering legislation to simplify federal acquisition laws and expand commercial technology use.
Integrated Mission Deltas (IMDs) will boost collaboration between operations and acquisition; a new qualification course addresses workforce gaps from prior cuts.

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Story summary

Space Force reforms acquisition processes, announced by Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, at the Air Force Association conference.
Congress is considering legislation to simplify federal acquisition laws and expand commercial technology use.
Integrated Mission Deltas (IMDs) will boost collaboration between operations and acquisition; a new qualification course addresses workforce gaps from prior cuts.