The Department of the Air Force Program Executive Office for Command, Control, Communications and Battle Management is commemorating its third anniversary today, marking three years of leading the DAF’s C3BM modernization efforts.
“Three years ago, our organization was established to deliver an integrated DAF Battle Network, the system-of-systems that provides resilient decision advantage to joint and coalition forces,” said Maj. Gen. Luke Cropsey, C3BM program executive officer. “I’m incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made. Where we stand today is a testament to the dedication of the entire extended team, the collaborative spirit with our joint forces and industry partners, and the unwavering commitment to providing our warfighters with the best possible tools to succeed on the battlefield. We’ve achieved significant milestones, but our journey is far from over. We’ll continue to innovate and adapt to meet the evolving challenges of today’s fight all with an eye toward staying ahead of tomorrow’s demands.”
The most significant change for the PEO was the formal integration of major units who manage many of the more than 50 programs of record that make up the DBN. The initial organization, composed of the Architecture and Systems Engineering team, the Advanced Battle Management System program office, and the Operational Response Team, grew by the realignment of four additional divisions: Command and Control, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance; Kessel Run; Airspace Mission Planning; and Aerial Networks.
Kate Nelson, C3BM director, emphasized the critical importance of getting this part of the fight right for future success.
“Welcoming these four divisions has broadened our expertise and enabled us to deliver more integrated capabilities,” Nelson said. “By formally integrating these new programs and leveraging the talent within them, we’re able to provide solutions that address the full spectrum of operational needs.”
