Can America Innovate Faster Than China? Steve Blank & Pete Newell on the Future of Defense

The Cipher Brief

Why leaders watch it

Strategic discussion on national-security innovation speed and organizational barriers.

The Cipher Brief interviews Steve Blank and Pete Newell on whether America can innovate faster than China.

Takeaways

• Speed is a strategic advantage
• Acquisition processes slow adoption
• Startups can contribute to defense

Topics: Strategy & competitive advantage, Military & command leadership

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