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Space Force Accelerates Acquisitions Amid Effectiveness Debate

11/22/2025

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The Space Force will speed up acquisition cycles to align with Pentagon reforms, Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy of the U.S. Space Force said.
Purdy said the Space Force must define 'minimum viable capability' for new systems.
Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, called for reduced testing and incremental delivery.
Purdy warned rapid delivery could yield partially effective systems and risks.
The debate on speed versus effectiveness will continue.

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The Space Force will speed up acquisition cycles to align with Pentagon reforms, Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy of the U.S. Space Force said.
Purdy said the Space Force must define 'minimum viable capability' for new systems.
Gen. Chance Saltzman, Chief of Space Operations, called for reduced testing and incremental delivery.
Purdy warned rapid delivery could yield partially effective systems and risks.
The debate on speed versus effectiveness will continue.