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Oct. 15, 2019

New DLA team to integrate risk management, internal controls enterprise-wide

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency is embracing mandates of the Office of Management and Budget Circular A-123 with a new DLA Headquarters team that will integrate enterprise risk management and internal controls efforts across the agency.

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Oct. 11, 2019

DLA partners with small business for innovation

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — DLA is dedicated to engaging with industry and small businesses. Businesses that make, manufacture or produce something should consider DLA as a potential customer.

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Erica Doenes from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency and
Navy Rear Adm. John Spencer, director of the DTRA’s Nuclear Enterprise Directorate, slice into a Navy birthday cake during a Navy birthday celebration at the McNamara Headquarters Complex Oct. 10. Photo by Beth Reece

Oct. 11, 2019

HQC employees celebrate Navy’s 244th birthday

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The U.S. Navy has come a long way since its humble, Defense Threat Reduction Agency official tells McNamara Headquarters Complex.

James Stewart, assistant secretary of defense for manpower and reserve affairs (left), poses for a photo with members of the DLA EEO team during the 39th Annual Secretary of Defense Disability Awards ceremony at the Pentagon Oct. 3. Left to right are: Stewart; Eric Spanbauer, DLA Workforce Recruitment Program manager; DLA Chief of Staff Kristin French; DLA EEO Director Janice Samuel; DLA Disability Program Manager Nancy Rivera; and Russell Lowe, DLA’s staff director

Oct. 10, 2019

DLA continues winning streak in DoD disability awards

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Equal employment opportunity professionals throughout the Defense Logistics Agency proved their unwavering commitment to attracting the talent of people with disabilities by being named best mid-sized component for the third consecutive year during the 39th Annual Secretary of Defense Disability Awards ceremony at the Pentagon Oct. 3.

Defense reform and audit advancement are among focus areas outlined in the new “Leading Change” document emphasizing the Defense Logistics Agency’s fiscal 2020 goals.

Oct. 9, 2019

“Leading Change” document outlines fiscal 2020 focus areas

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Defense reform and audit advancement are among focus areas outlined in the new “Leading Change” document emphasizing the Defense Logistics Agency’s fiscal 2020 goals.

As part of a government-wide effort to increase efficiencies and effectiveness of the national supply chain, the Defense Logistics Agency and General Services Administration have several joint initiatives underway to address longstanding acquisition and logistic issues, including the first comprehensive Federal Supply Class review in almost 50 years.

Oct. 9, 2019

DLA, GSA partner to streamline supply chain logistics, advance acquisition

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — The Defense Logistics Agency and General Services Administration have several joint initiatives underway to address longstanding acquisition and logistic issues, including the first comprehensive Federal Supply Class review in almost 50 years.

Oct. 9, 2019

DLA R&D to host Industry Day

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Defense Logistics Agency Research and Development will host its 4th annual Industry Day for industry and academic partners Nov. 7 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

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Oct. 8, 2019

Portable electronic devices not allowed in areas approved for classified material

Fort Belvoir, Virginia — Portable electronic devices can pose a security threat by allowing sensitive or classified information to be compromised. DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams recently signed a policy restricting use of PEDs in agency-owned or controlled spaces approved for classified information storage and processing.

Members of Team DLA, 2019 Fort Belvoir Commander's Cup champions, pose with DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams (center). Also holding the trophy is Andrew Green of DLA Strategic Materials, who organized DLA's participation in the events throughout the year. This is the second year in a row DLA has won, beating out teams from across Fort Belvoir. Photo by Teodora Mocanu

Oct. 8, 2019

Team DLA named Fort Belvoir Commander’s Cup champion for 2nd year

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Nearly 100 Defense Logistics Agency employees came together this year to repeat their 2018 victory by winning the Fort Belvoir, Virginia, Commander’s Cup.

Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, is a reminder to review fire safety plans at home and work. This year’s theme, “Not every hero wears a cape,” highlights the small but important actions everyone can take to remain safe.

Oct. 7, 2019

Fire Prevention Week: Plan, practice your escape

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia — Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 6-12, is a reminder to review fire safety plans at home and work. This year’s theme, “Not every hero wears a cape,” highlights the small but important actions everyone can take to remain safe.