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April 2, 2025
The Clue in the Code: why DLA needs high data acumen
RICHMOND, Va. — There’s a mystery quietly lurking behind every procurement delay, planning hiccup or unexpected backorder at Defense Logistics Agency Aviation – and no, it’s not sabotage or system failure. It’s something more subtle: a poorly framed question.
Congressman Wittman Tours Defense Supply Center Richmond, DLA Aviation
RICHMOND, Va. — U.S. Rep. Rob Wittman (VA-01) visited Defense Supply Center Richmond March 31 and toured the installation to gain a better understanding of the Defense Logistics Agency mission and operations on DSCR.
DLA Distribution commander engages with workforce, details warfighter support strategies during town hall
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Navy Rear Adm. Michael York, commander, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution, hosted a town hall focused on DLA Distribution’s priorities to enhance warfighter readiness at the organization’s headquarters in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, March 11.
April 1, 2025
DLA Distribution Susquehanna expert recognized for excellence
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — David Wood, supervisory supply management specialist, Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, was recently named one of DLA’s Ten Outstanding Personnel of the Year and received the Jerri L. Taylor Award for Individual Outstanding Contribution.
Commentary: Civil defense leads DLA to catastrophe response, whole-of-government support
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — There is a common misconception that DLA became a whole-of-government provider after Hurricane Katrina. While DLA did systemize its catastrophe response following the 2005 destruction of New Orleans, it's been helping the nation react to weather events since the early 1970s.
March 31, 2025
DLA Distribution Europe’s strategic importance highlighted during DLA Director visit
NEW CUMBERLAND, Pa. — Defense Logistics Agency Distribution Europe leaders hosted Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly, director, DLA, and Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Alvin Dyer, DLA senior enlisted leader, for a capabilities briefing and facilities tour at the distribution center in Germershiem, Germany, March 24.
Kuwait provides experience of a lifetime for Disposition Service member
BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — Olivia Beavers, a Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services environmental protection specialist, discusses her PCS to the Kuwait field site.
Troop Support’s Medical supply chain director briefs Special Operations Command
Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support’s Medical supply chain Director briefed a United States Special Operations Command class on the agency’s medical materiel resources last month in Tampa, Florida.
Keeping Shelves Stocked | Aviation team improves support for maintenance depots
RICHMOND, Va. — In the high-stakes world of aircraft maintenance, a missing part can mean the difference between a successful mission and a grounded aircraft. To combat this critical issue, the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation's Business Process Support Directorate’s Industrial Support branch recently rolled out its revamped Retail SKU Supportability Tool.
March 28, 2025
DLA Energy Americas West Welcomed New Commander
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Energy Americas West welcomed new Commander Navy Cmdr. Brandon Palmer and bid farewell to outgoing Commander Navy Capt. Anas Maazouzi during a change of command ceremony at the Naval Golf Course at Cypress, CA, March 21.