By Matt Simonson, Senior Product Marketing Manager- Unanet AI is here and adoption is moving fast. But just because AI is easily accessible doesn’t mean a single, general-purpose solution works for GovCon capture. Large language models like ChatGPT, Grok, and Claude can be valuable tools when used intentionally—but only for the right tasks and in […]
Where Money (and Opportunity) are Heading Let’s start with the big picture first: FY2026 is shaping up to be a growth year for RDT&E. The Pentagon’s FY2026 budget materials and public reporting show a sizable lift in Research, Development, Test & Evaluation funding compared with FY2025 — a signal the Department of Defense is moving from buying platforms toward investing […]
Is there a summer slowdown? Not in government contracting. While the beach or your latest staycation might be calling, the GovCon ecosystem is buzzing. End-of-fiscal-year activity is ramping up, new contracting pathways are gaining traction, and priorities are shifting at lightning speed. If you’re waiting for the “right” time to tune in and connect, […]
TAMPA, FL – At this year’s SOF Week, the mission was clear: accelerate innovation to the warfighter at the speed of relevance. govmates proudly partnered to deliver a high-impact matchmaking event designed specifically to connect small, non-traditional, and early-stage defense companies with government buyers, program managers, and strategic investors who are actively seeking emerging technologies […]
In today’s rapidly evolving (we know, that’s an insane understatement) govcon landscape, success isn’t just about having the right solutions—it’s about having the right teammates. At govmates, we believe that innovation is a team sport. The challenges faced by today’s defense and federal agencies—from cybersecurity to energy resilience, from autonomous systems to workforce modernization—demand integrated, […]
govmates is excited to unveil a new software platform update designed to enhance the experience of our members and streamline the process of building strategic partnerships. Our latest enhancements focus on transparency, accessibility, and ease of use, ensuring that members have the best tools at their disposal for teaming success. Key Features of the Update […]
The Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) framework represents a shift from traditional procurement processes, particularly in how intellectual property (IP) and data rights are handled. MOSA allows for greater flexibility in design and procurement, emphasizing modularity, open architecture, and adaptability while still considering the protection of proprietary technologies. Data Rights and Intellectual Property: Contractors […]
The govmates MOSA (Modular Open Systems Approach) Institute presented by ATI, convened on November 12, 2024, for a half-day educational session at the LMI venue, welcoming over 120 attendees. The event offered an in-depth exploration of MOSA, providing guidance to industry stakeholders on navigating this transformative procurement model. Participants represented a diverse mix of non-traditional […]
A commercial sector approach to acquisition of major defense systems and platforms qualitatively garners support across government and industry. The desire for increased innovation, competition and speed are (generally) criteria embraced by the Defense ecosystem. However, the introduction and inclusion of MOSA as a business model categorically brings to light its variance from the traditional […]
One of the most prominent examples of MOSA in practice is the DoD’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) initiative, which includes the Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). The FVL program aims to develop next-generation military helicopters and other vertical lift platforms. The program has also recently focused its energies on adopting a Modular Open Systems Architecture […]
