DLA Headquarters News

June 7, 2018

Full transparency, trust are key goals of DLA’s 10th Cost Summit

Operations and finance officials from the Defense Logistics Agency renewed their goal of transparency on all things cost related with the 10th Cost Summit at the McNamara Headquarters Complex June 4.

American assault troops in a landing craft as it nears a beachhead in Normandy, France, on June 6, 1944. Smoke in background is Naval gunfire supporting the landing. (Photo courtesy U.S. Army Center of Military History)

June 6, 2018

DLA honors sacrifices made, victory won on D-Day

Seventy-four years ago today, American military forces, joined by their comrades in arms from Allied nations, began the final push to liberate Europe from Nazi oppression.

June 5, 2018

2018 DLA Hall of Fame inductees announced

The Defense Logistics Agency will induct five new honorees into its Hall of Fame this summer, representing the highest level of achievement across an array of DLA locations and leadership roles.

Now is a good time to think about how to avoid and prepare for hazards to your health and safety. Courtesy graphic.

June 1, 2018

New campaign promotes employee safety as priority

On June 2, DLA will kick off its All-Season Safety Campaign to help employees recognize and anticipate seasonal safety and health risks through training, posters and social media messaging. The goal is to raise employee awareness of the importance of safety at work, at home and while traveling.

A reenactor joins attendees in honoring the sacrifices of Allied forces 100 years ago during the battles of Belleau Wood and Château-Thierry in France, near the end of World War I. In the background is the Aisne-Marne Memorial.

May 31, 2018

DLA team marks Memorial Day in visit to WWI commemoration in France

Over the Memorial Day weekend, a group from DLA Europe and Africa traveled to Château-Thierry, France, to participate in the World War I Centennial Commemoration at the Aisne-Marne Cemetery.

DLA ACE's Jessica Ramsaran intervened to aid a fellow motorist during one morning commute--taking actions that likely saved his life.

May 29, 2018

Info Ops employee saves a life on her way to work

Through quick thinking and quick action, a DLA employee recently helped save the life of a fellow commuter while on her way to work.

May 24, 2018

Memorial Day a time to remember heritage, history, heroes

This Memorial Day, Defense Logistics Agency employees and their fellow Americans will honor the sacrifices of those who lost their lives in service.

Tim Weatherspoon from DLA Energy relieves stress and improves his fitness on a rowing machine at the HQC Fitness Center. He took third place in the 500-meter and 1,000-meter rowing contest during the May Fitness Challenge May 14-17. Photo by Beth Reece

May 24, 2018

May Fitness Challenge tests employees’ rowing, running skills

Defense Logistics Agency employees earned bragging rights as some the fastest rowers and runners working in the McNamara Headquarters Complex during the May Fitness Challenge, sponsored by Morale, Welfare and Recreation, May 14-17.

From left: Air Force Maj. Brian Jorgensen, Navy Lt. Brent Cohen, Air Force Master Sgt. Thomas Baah, Army Maj. Tracy Yates and Marine Lt. Col. Ian Galbraith relax after completing the event. Courtesy photo

May 24, 2018

Joint military DLA team participates in Air Force obstacle course

KAISERSLAUTERN, Germany — A team of DLA Europe and Africa service members recently competed in an obstacle race at Ramstein Air Base, Germany.

Staff from the HQC Fitness Center offer information on the facility's fitness offerings at the annual Health and Safety Expo. Photo by Teodora Mocanu

May 23, 2018

Expo educates HQC employees on self-care, healthy habits

McNamara Headquarters Complex employees gleaned valuable information about overall wellness and enjoyed food, fun and fitness during the 19th Health and Safety Expo in the HQC Café, May 22.

DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Darrell Williams addresses the 2018 SARC Workshop, where coordinators from across DLA discussed trends and techniques. Photo by John Bell.

May 23, 2018

Director stresses importance of preventing, responding to sexual assault at annual workshop

The director of the Defense Logistics Agency and officials from the Office of the Secretary of Defense, Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office were among the guest speakers at a multiday workshop for DLA’s sexual assault response coordinators, May 8-10 at the McNamara Headquarters Complex.

May 22, 2018

Leaders use new quarterly assessments, collaboration to promote health of the agency

The Defense Logistics Agency has a new recipe for organizational health and employee well-being. Staff and leaders from various offices are collaborating to spot trends that signal areas for improvement and to develop solutions through regular Health of the Agency assessments.

Guest speaker retired Army Lt. Gen. Thomas Bostick entertains and enlightens the audience with personal reflections during the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month observance.

May 21, 2018

Ex-USACE commander, Army personnel deputy chief shares multicultural experiences, challenges

Retired Army Lt. Gen. Thomas Bostick shared his thoughts on celebrating your heritage while focusing on performing at your highest level.

Senior leaders from DLA and the Army met May 9 to discuss challenges and progress in the agency's support to various Army weapons systems.

May 14, 2018

Sustaining combat readiness, improving supply-chain management key topics at Army, DLA Day

Equipment modernization and inventory management topped the agenda during the spring Army/DLA Day at the Pentagon May 9.

For users across the U.S. government and those of allied nations, as well as international organizations, this system managed by DLA is a critical tool for information about thousands of items.

May 11, 2018

WebFLIS helps customers track down critical data

WebFLIS, managed by DLA, offers information on thousands of government-purchased items, including national stock numbers, item names, manufacturer and supplier data and part numbers.