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Jan. 9, 2020

Charity campaign manager ensures agency finishes strong

DLA colleagues gathered around the McNamara Headquarters Complex pond at the agency’s Fort Belvoir, Virginia, headquarters to show support for and celebrate successful Combined Federal Campaign efforts in 2019. The campaign ends Jan. 12, but it's not too late for DLA employees to donate to thousands of worthy charitable causes.

Jan. 8, 2020

Security officials caution employees to be aware of force protection conditions

As military installations tighten security in response to heightened activity in the Middle East, Defense Logistics Agency security officials are reminding employees to be aware of force protection condition levels. 

Jan. 8, 2020

2019 annual history chronicles DLA's achievements

From a growing role in the delivery and storage of repair parts for the F-35 Lightning II to an agreement with the Department of Veterans Affairs to reduce pharmaceutical prices, the Defense Logistics Agency made significant achievements in 2019.

Dec. 30, 2019

Keeping disposal safe with inspections

Some things you absolutely have to get right because mistakes can be too costly. Making sure vehicles turned-in for disposal do not contain any hidden surprises is one of those things.

Dec. 23, 2019

DLA Director delivers commencement address to the Army Command and General Staff School

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell K. Williams delivered the commencement address to graduates of the four-month long Army Command and General Staff Officers Course at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Dec. 19. The students were comprised of 118 mid-career Army officers and one civilian from diverse professional military backgrounds.

Dec. 18, 2019

New DLA Joint Reserve Force leader to keep focus on readiness

New DLA Joint Reserve Force Director Navy Rear Adm. Grafton Chase describes his background and challenges for the agency's reservists.

Dec. 13, 2019

Employee Assistance Program offers tips to reduce holiday stress

It's the time of year many Defense Logistics Agency employees’ thoughts turn to shopping, traveling and spending time with family members. But during the holiday season, stress levels can rise with parties and gift-giving. DLA’s Employee Assistance Program provider suggests ways to maintain realistic expectations and reduce anxiety.

Dec. 10, 2019

DLA employees, teams honored during annual awards ceremony

The Defense Logistics Agency held its 52nd Annual Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony Dec. 6 to honor team and individual achievements throughout the year.

Dec. 6, 2019

McNamara Headquarters Complex employees celebrate holiday traditions

McNamara Headquarters Complex employees united to celebrate holiday traditions including the annual tree lighting ceremony and holiday social Dec. 5.

Dec. 6, 2019

DLA leaders highlight research, development efforts at Defense Manufacturing Conference

Leaders from government, industry and academia met in Arizona this week for the four-day Defense Manufacturing Conference, based on the theme “Defense Manufacturing Focused on Warfighter Dominance.”

Dec. 5, 2019

ASOC Futures Branch chief predicts greater agency role in force sustainment

Rick Iwanski heads up a small branch in the Defense Logistics Agency’s Agency Synchronization Operations Center and works to strengthen relationships with the Joint Chiefs of Staff to support warfighters’ future supply and sustainment needs.

Dec. 3, 2019

Deadline for Real ID compliance 10 months away

Beginning Oct. 1, 2020, every airline passenger must present a Real ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license or another acceptable form of identification to fly within the United States.

Nov. 29, 2019

Employee assistance program offers easy access to mental health counseling, financial services

DLA Human Resources officials hope changes to the agency-funded Employee Assistance Program will encourage increased use of the confidential resource available to DLA employees and their family members. EAP offers services to employees dealing with mental health, financial and legal, and other issues that may impact work productivity.

Nov. 27, 2019

Safety officials recommend tips for avoiding holiday-related hazards

Traveling, decorating, cooking and giving are all part of the holiday season, and taking basic precautions will help keep family and friends safe and injury-free.

Nov. 26, 2019

Contract specialist hones market research skills in acquisition program

As a participant in the Defense Department’s Training with Industry Program, Contract Specialist Nicole Lawrence appreciates the expertise she's gained performing market research with UPS's customer solutions group.

Nov. 25, 2019

Army, DLA officials strengthen collaboration

DLA and Army officials discussed major weapons systems support and increased material availability and other Army-related topics during Army/DLA Day Nov. 22 at the Pentagon.

Nov. 20, 2019

DLA director checks in with Shadow Program alumni

The Defense Logistics Agency Shadow Program was established in September 2018 to offer high-performing employees the opportunity to follow and observe the DLA Director's activities over a three-day period.

Nov. 18, 2019

DLA to host holiday-themed events at McNamara Headquarters Complex

DLA helps kick off the holiday season with several events including the annual door decorating contest, open house and tree lighting ceremony.

Nov. 14, 2019

DLA standardizing interagency buy, sell processes with G-Invoicing 

DLA is ahead of other defense agencies in implementing mandatory changes to the way federal organizations buy and sell goods or services to one another, a Defense Department official told managers of DLA’s intragovernmental support agreements. 

Nov. 13, 2019

DLA: A lot going on below the surface

Most people know the Defense Logistics Agency supports the nation’s warfighters with almost everything they need to execute their missions. What they may not know is that DLA performs about 90 unique roles and missions that go beyond what most would expect of the agency.

Nov. 12, 2019

DLA, industry share innovation, ideas

DLA and industry research and development professionals gathered at the McNamara Headquarters Complex to share innovative ideas during the annual DLA R&D Industry Day Nov. 7.

Nov. 8, 2019

Veterans Day: Thank those who served, still serving

Veterans Day pays tribute to all American veterans – living and dead – but is mainly a time to thank those still alive for their sacrifices.

Nov. 7, 2019

DLA Director: New Agency Synchronization Operations Center now DLA’s ‘nerve center’ 

The Defense Logistics Agency’s new Agency Synchronization Operations Center fuses mission readiness and business operations to better operationalize and integrate the agency’s support to warfighters and federal partners.

Nov. 7, 2019

Air Force, DLA strengthen collaborative efforts

Defense Logistics Agency and Air Force officials gathered for the annual Air Force/DLA Day Nov. 6 to discuss mutual readiness goals.

Nov. 6, 2019

Marines celebrate 244 years of persistence

Guest speaker Brig. Gen. Arthur Pasagian, commander, Marine Corps Systems Command reminded McNamara Headquarters Complex employees to recall the dedication of Marines past and present during the Marine Corps' 244th birthday celebration Nov. 5.