National Security Space Shifts to Commercial-First
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The traditional model of building national security space systems is changing, with a new focus on commercial-first approaches. This shift involves the government defining a mission and establishing requirements, but then leveraging commercial spacecraft and capabilities to meet them.
Why it matters
This shift has significant implications for the national security space sector, enabling more agile and cost-effective solutions. It also highlights the growing importance of commercial technology in supporting military space operations.
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