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May 5, 2022

R&D program yields new sources for obsolete parts, raw materials 

DLA research and development team matches America’s small businesses with research and development projects that address critical supply chain gaps and security threats.

May 3, 2022

Mental Health Awareness: It’s okay to answer Question 21 

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – a good time to bring up Question 21 on Standard Form 86, which federal employees complete for initial or renewed security clearances.

May 2, 2022

DLA celebrates small business partnerships, connects owners with new opportunities

DLA is marking National Small Business Week May 1-7 by celebrating the contributions of small businesses that make up 80% of the agency’s suppliers.

April 29, 2022

DLA shares Child Abuse Prevention Month efforts with DOD

April is designated as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Lisa Grenon and Michiel DeVito, family program managers with DLA Installation Management at Battle Creek, Michigan, and Columbus, Ohio, respectively, presented the DLA’s CAPM events to Patricia Barron, deputy assistant secretary of defense for military community and family policy during a virtual event on April 28, 2022.

April 22, 2022

Employees can support Ukraine relief efforts through special round of CFC 

Employees now have through June 30 to support charities serving and affected by the war in Ukraine and the resulting humanitarian and refugee crisis through a temporary reopening of the Combined Federal Campaign. 

April 21, 2022

Customer-facing representatives focus on improving support at annual summit

The third Global Customer-Facing Summit brought together over 200 DLA employees April 19-20 at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, for presentations and panel discussions geared toward enhancing customer support. 

April 18, 2022

A conversation with DLA’s director of human resources on sexual assault prevention 

DLA Public Affairs spoke with DLA Human Resources Director Sharyn Saunders about the success of the agency's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program and employees’ roles in prevention. 

April 12, 2022

DLA leaders renew commitment to preventing sexual assault with 2022 proclamation

DLA leaders reaffirmed their commitment to preventing sexual assault by signing the 2022 Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Proclamation April 12.

April 11, 2022

Employee wellness program offers free, confidential services

DLA employees have easy access to free, confidential resources that can help with everyday tasks like finding a pet sitter or dealing with complex issues like depression and grief. 

April 4, 2022

April is Sexual Assault Awareness, Prevention Month

An American is sexually assaulted every 68 seconds according to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network. DLA's SAPR program manager attributes lower rates throughout the agency to prevention efforts.

March 31, 2022

CFC awards ceremony concludes 2021 campaign

The Defense Logistics Agency’s 2021 Combined Federal Campaign Awards Ceremony recognized organizations and employees for their contributions and achievements during the campaign year in the McNamara Headquarters Auditorium March 30.

March 29, 2022

Employee spotlight: Senior Master Sgt. Amanda Amaya

Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Amanda Amaya is among the 1% of airmen promoted to chief master sergeant and the 2021 Outstanding Logistics Readiness Staff Enlisted Member of the Year for the Air Force District of Washington. 

March 16, 2022

A conversation with DLA’s first female senior enlisted leader 

Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tomeka O’Neal is the first female to serve as the Defense Logistics Agency’s senior enlisted leader. DLA Public Affairs talked with her about the changes she’s seen in opportunities for women during her 30-year career, stereotypes and more. 

March 15, 2022

DLA designated DOD’s printing services provider

The Defense Logistics Agency is now the Defense Department’s primary provider of printing services, office print devices and electronic conversion services according to a DOD instruction signed by the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment. 

March 14, 2022

New resources highlight DLA’s range of supplies, services

A new brochure and webpage lists DLA’s extensive supplies and services with direct links to the offices that provide them.

March 11, 2022

Daylight saving time: Spring ahead this Sunday

Daylight saving time returns this Sunday at 2 a.m. when most Americans set their clocks forward at 3 a.m.

March 10, 2022

Teams, individuals honored in 54th Annual Employee Awards Ceremony

The use of data science to support the nuclear enterprise and continued assistance to federal agencies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic are among the contributions highlighted in the 54th Annual Employee Awards Ceremony.

March 8, 2022

DLA shifts major system to the cloud

The Defense Logistics Agency’s Information Operations team completed the migration of its Enterprise Resource Planning system from on-premises to the cloud in February, a move aimed at improving IT reliability and aligning DLA’s Digital-Business Transformation strategy.

March 1, 2022

Nominations for DLA Hall of Fame due April 22

Current and former DLA employees have until April 22 to submit nominations of former employees for the 2022 DLA Hall of Fame, which recognizes those with significant, enduring contributions to the agency.

Feb. 24, 2022

New Industry Engagement Plan maintains DLA’s focus on strong partnerships

Enabling and supporting a secure defense industrial base remains a DLA priority according to an updated Industry Engagement Plan that outlines five focus areas expected to facilitate better acquisition outcomes.  

Feb. 14, 2022

Deployer spotlight: Anthony Barlow

Blending industrial and tactical safety principles into operations is paramount to success in military operations, and a DLA Support Team-Middle East safety and occupational health specialist is helping to do just that. 

Feb. 10, 2022

COVID-19 Coordination Team leads DLA workforce through pandemic 

DLA's COVID-19 Coordination Team has worked since its creation in March 2020 to anticipate the virus’ next move and establish DLA policies that protect employees while allowing the agency to continue its mission.

Feb. 9, 2022

DLA’s charter evolves over time, mirrors the Constitution

Like the nation it serves, DLA is governed by a foundational document that assigns authorities, lists functions and defines relationships

Jan. 31, 2022

New Back to Basics framework emphasizes career-long learning for acquisition staff 

The one-size-fits-all approach to training used by acquisition professionals throughout the DOD is shifting to a new framework that emphasizes basic knowledge and skills followed by job- or role-specific education.

Jan. 20, 2022

Joint Reserve Force empowers agency staffs to meet missions

Behind DLA's 26,000 employees are 667 reservists providing daily mission support that translates into warfighter readiness.