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Richmond helps shape how DLA welcomes new employees

Every employee remembers their first day: The unfamiliar faces, the paperwork and the anticipation that comes with joining a new organization.

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DLA Supply Chain Symposium focuses on fortifying partnerships, building a resilient industrial base

Defense Logistics Agency Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly discusses the importance of partnerships between DLA and industry as part of his keynote address during the DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 3, held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Andrew Young/DLA)

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DLA, industry partners convene to enhance readiness, strengthen supply chains

Delivering readiness, building capabilities, and enhancing logistics deterrence were the guiding themes of the first day of the 2026 Defense Logistics Agency Supply Chain Alliance Symposium and Exhibition June 2. More than 1,300 representatives from industry and government entities attended the two-day event at the Greater Columbus Convention Center, which was hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association in partnership with DLA.

Partnerships drive cost savings on critical aircraft component

Coordination between Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support, service program offices and industry partners ensured fair pricing for a critical aircraft component, strengthening readiness across multiple platforms while protecting taxpayer dollars and reinforcing DLA’s focus on partnerships.

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From Analytics to Action: Improving aircraft readiness through industry partnerships

One employee from Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support at Ogden recently earned top-level recognition for his role in helping to ensure America’s warfighters have the parts they need, when they need them.