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Nov. 5, 2020
DLA CFC campaign starts strong in national capital region
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA’s Combined Federal Campaign is off to a strong start in the national capital region with $59,000 in contributions.
Nov. 3, 2020
DLA provides four months of PPE for DOD ahead of second COVID-19 wave
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA has replenished on-hand stock for military services and geographic combatant commands to give them four months of personal protective equipment to see troops and families through the second wave of COVID-19.
Nov. 2, 2020
DLA ensures textiles-based PPE is American-made per Berry Amendment
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Despite worldwide shortages of medical supplies for COVID-19, DLA is helping the Department of Health and Human Services provide items like masks and gloves that are made here in America when possible.
Oct. 29, 2020
Daylight saving time: Fall back this Sunday
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Daylight saving time ends this Sunday at 2 a.m. when most Americans rewind their clocks. It's also a good time to change batteries in smoke detectors and other home safety devices.
DLA leaders brief DOD comptroller on financial successes, challenges during pandemic
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Director Navy Vice Adm. Michelle Skubic and other agency leaders provided a financial overview to Acting Under Secretary of Defense Comptroller Hon. Thomas Harker at DLA Headquarters Oct. 23.
Oct. 28, 2020
DLA advances federal government’s category management efforts
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The federal government’s push to share contracts for common items to achieve widespread savings and efficiencies through an effort called category management is advancing as DLA expands supply and acquisition support outside the Defense Department.
Oct. 27, 2020
Cyber hygiene involves many people, tasks
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Information Operations’ Cybersecurity Vulnerability Management Team works with technical experts and partners throughout the agency to improve, track and maintain the cyber hygiene for DLA’s 19 mission critical systems.
Oct. 22, 2020
DLA COVID-19 support guided by strong alliances with whole-of-government partnerships
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Strong alliances with other federal agencies and its role as the Defense Department’s lead agent for medical supplies made the Defense Logistics Agency an essential contributor to the nation’s coronavirus response.
New video series highlights employee views of DLA Culture Survey
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — A new video series highlights employees’ views of changes resulting from the DLA Climate/Culture Survey.
Oct. 20, 2020
DLA kicks off 2020 CFC campaign with $260,000 goal
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Headquarters Combined Federal Campaign kicked off Oct. 20 with a goal of $260,000. The themes are Show Some Love and Be the Face of Change.
Oct. 15, 2020
DOD award winner reflects on DLA support of employees with disabilities
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Financial Systems Analyst John Slone was recognized this month as an outstanding Defense Department employee with a disability. Slone's financial expertise fuels his passion for the job and excellent customer support.
Oct. 13, 2020
Pentagon’s logistics agency plays key role in procuring, distributing limited pandemic supplies
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The Defense Department’s leading logistics agency is playing a key role in the national coronavirus response as it purchases and distributes desperately needed medical supplies for DOD and federal agencies.
Oct. 9, 2020
DLA strengthens supplier alliances during pandemic
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — COVID-19 has made the Defense Logistics Agency more aware than ever of the challenges and flexibility of its 11,000-plus suppliers, said the agency’s chief of acquisition programs.
Oct. 6, 2020
Joint Reserve Force admiral receives second star
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA Joint Reserve Force Director Navy Rear Adm. Grafton "Chip" Chase Jr. was promoted to rear admiral upper half at DLA Headquarters Oct. 2.
DLA earns DOD awards for its commitment to employees with disabilities
ARLINGTON, Va. — DLA celebrated a fourth consecutive win in the best mid-sized component award category and a DLA Energy financial systems analyst was also recognized as an outstanding DOD employee with a disability during the 40th Annual Secretary of Defense Disability Awards Ceremony Oct. 1.
Oct. 1, 2020
DLA employees walk a mile to promote sexual assault prevention, response
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The DLA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response team continued their “Not just April” theme by encouraging employees to snap pictures of themselves walking a mile in September to show support for survivors of sexual assault.
Culture survey to measure employee satisfaction, drive change
DLA Public Affairs — Employees will have five weeks to share their uncensored opinions on life and work at the Defense Logistics Agency when the 2020 DLA Culture/Climate Survey launches Oct. 9.
Oct. 1 recognized as DLA’s foundation date despite debate
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Oct. 1 is widely recognized as the Defense Logistics Agency's birthday, as it was the agency’s first day of operations.
Sept. 30, 2020
Commentary: 2020 events emphasize gravity of National Preparedness Month theme
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — The coronavirus and numerous natural disasters highlighted the need for national vigilance. As National Preparedness Month comes to a close, DLA Security and Emergency Services Director Bruce Thomas encourages employees to remain aware and resilient.
Sept. 25, 2020
DLA celebrates small business partnerships during National Small Business Week
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — DLA has about 12,000 suppliers and over 80% of them are small businesses. During National Small Business Week, the agency celebrates small business contributions.
Sept. 24, 2020
Contingency IT Team supports Hurricane Laura response
FORT BELVIOR, Va. — DLA's Contingency Information Technology Team provided tactical communications for DLA Energy during the hurricane response effort following Hurricane Laura in Louisiana.
Agency adjusted support, provided global capabilities during Vietnam War
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Though once restricted to wholesale logistics in the continental United States, DLA proved during the Vietnam War it could supply warfighters in foreign lands.
Sept. 16, 2020
Cyber fraud still a threat during COVID-19 pandemic
DLA Public Affairs — Spoofing occurs when someone disguises an email address, sender name, phone number or website URL – usually by changing one letter, symbol or number – so it resembles a trusted source.
Sept. 14, 2020
Deputy general counsel becomes DLA’s newest SES member
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Jon Lightner, deputy general counsel for DLA Headquarters at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, was inducted Aug. 28 into the Senior Executive Service.
Sept. 10, 2020
New DLA senior enlisted leader shares leadership challenges, successes
FORT BELVOIR, Va. — Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tomeka O’Neal's 30-year career logistics career has prepared her to lead DLA's more than 26,000 military and civilian employees as the agency's new senior enlisted leader.