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Software Acquisition Workforce Initiative for the Department of Defense: Initial Competency Development and Preparation for Validation 2020

Sean Robson, Bonnie L. Triezenberg, Samantha E. DiNicola, Lindsey Polley, John S. Davis II, Maria C. Lytell
To support U.S. Department of Defense goals to improve software acquisition, the authors discuss developing a competency model that emphasizes modern software practices and technical competencies; review training and education courses by the Defense Acquisition University to identify potential gaps in the current training of software acquisition professionals; and present options for tracking and managing a software acquisition workforce.
Unclassified and Secure: A Defense Industrial Base Cyber Protection Program for Unclassified Defense Networks 2020

Daniel Gonzales, Sarah Harting, Mary Kate Adgie, Julia Brackup, Lindsey Polley, Karlyn D. Stanley
The unclassified networks of defense industrial base firms have become an attractive entrance for adversaries seeking access to cutting-edge technologies and research and development efforts. This report describes a way for the U.S. Department of Defense to better secure such networks through the establishment of a cybersecurity program designed to strengthen their protections.
Detecting Malign or Subversive Information Efforts over Social Media: Scalable Analytics for Early Warning 2020

William Marcellino, Krystyna Marcinek, Stephanie Pezard, Miriam Matthews
The authors examine scalable analytics to detect malign or subversive information efforts, using the 2018 World Cup as a case study. The report has operational relevance to the U.S. government. It may benefit both researchers interested in going beyond post hoc recognition of malign or subversive information campaigns to in-time detection and social media companies interested in preventing their platforms from being co-opted by malign actors.
Countering Violent Extremism in Nigeria: Using a Text-Message Survey to Assess Radio Programs 2020

James V. Marrone, Todd C. Helmus, Elizabeth Bodine-Baron, Christopher Santucci
The authors present the results of a randomized controlled trial with an encouragement design to assess the impact of a countering violent extremism (CVE)–themed radio program broadcast in northern Nigeria in 2018–2019. RAND researchers studied this program by recruiting more than 2,000 northern Nigerians via text message. This report details the research design and findings and offers recommendations for improving such evaluations in the future.
Alternative Worldviews: Understanding Potential Trajectories of Great-Power Ideological Competition 2020

Stephen Watts, Nathan Beauchamp-Mustafaga, Benjamin N. Harris, Clint Reach
The United States is engaged in a new era of great-power competition partially playing out in the realms of information, ideas, and ideology. The goal of this report is to help U.S. decisionmakers anticipate changes in the global competition of ideas and adapt policy accordingly. The authors examine trends in Chinese and Russian policy and actions, and discuss nonstate actors to analyze what ideological competition might look like in the future.
Naval Aviation Maintenance System: Analysis of Alternatives 2020

Bradley Wilson, Jessie Riposo, Thomas Goughnour, Rachel M. Burns, Michael J. D. Vermeer, Ajay K. Kochhar, Angelena Bohman, Mel Eisman
The U.S. Navy's aviation maintenance capability suffers from supportability issues because of its antiquated software architecture and codebase. This report presents the results of an analysis of alternatives for fielding the Naval Aviation Maintenance System, which is intended to help modernize the Navy's afloat and ashore maintenance capabilities. The authors find that the Navy should migrate to a commercial off-the-shelf solution.
Estimating the Economic Benefits of Levant Integration: A Look at the Numbers 2020

Daniel Egel, Andrew Parasiliti, Charles P. Ries, Dori Walker
This infographic helps users assess values of economic integration in the Levant in a variety of ways.
Civilian Post-Deployment Reintegration: A Review and Analysis of Practices Across U.S. Federal Agencies 2020

Molly Dunigan, Kristie L. Gore, Katherine L. Kidder, Michael Schwille, Samantha Cherney, James Sladden
In the past two decades, the United States has deployed a high number of U.S. federal government civilians to high-threat environments. Past findings point to a likely need for civilian post-deployment reintegration support. However, until now, a descriptive account of such support has been lacking. In this report, the authors present assessments of federal agencies' practices to reintegrate civilians following a deployment to high-threat areas.
Considerations for Managing Program Data in the Emerging Acquisition Environment: Summary 2020

Jeffrey A. Drezner, Megan McKernan
Recent statutory changes to DoD organizational structures, roles, responsibilities, and authorities have introduced new challenges and opportunities that significantly affect acquisition information management and governance. This research identifies and describes specific data challenges associated with the Middle Tier of Acquisition, the Selected Acquisition Report, and the Defense Acquisition Executive Summary process and data.
Issues with Access to Acquisition Information in the Department of Defense: A Series on Considerations for Managing Program Data in the Emerging Acquisition Environment 2020

Jeffrey A. Drezner, Megan McKernan, Jerry M. Sollinger, Sydne Newberry
Recent statutory changes to DoD organizational structures, roles, responsibilities, and authorities have introduced new challenges and opportunities that significantly affect acquisition information management and governance. This research identifies and describes specific data challenges associated with the Middle Tier of Acquisition, the Selected Acquisition Report, and the Defense Acquisition Executive Summary process and data.
A New Zimbabwe? Assessing Continuity and Change After Mugabe 2020

Alexander H. Noyes
After 37 years in power, President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe was toppled via a military coup in 2017. His successor and former vice president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, promised a break from Mugabe's authoritarian rule and economic mismanagement, declaring a "new Zimbabwe" that is "open for business." After two years in power, to what extent has Mnangagwa delivered on his promises? In this report, the author seeks to answer this pressing question.
Make the Connection: Findings and Recommendations 2020

Joie D. Acosta, Jennifer L. Cerully, Eunice C. Wong, Elizabeth L. Petrun Sayers, Mikhail Zaydman, Lisa S. Meredith, Ilana Blum, Nupur Nanda, Terri Tanielian, Rachel Ross, et al.
This brief is one in a series examining mental health public awareness campaigns' messages, consistency of messaging in their materials, and tools used to deliver content to audiences. This brief discusses materials from the Make the Connection.
Evaluating Public Awareness Campaigns to Promote Military and Veteran Mental Health 2020

Joie D. Acosta, Jennifer L. Cerully, Eunice C. Wong, Elizabeth L. Petrun Sayers, Mikhail Zaydman, Lisa S. Meredith, Ilana Blum, Nupur Nanda, Terri Tanielian, Rachel Ross, et al.
This brief describes the results of an interim evaluation that examined the scope, content, and dissemination of mental health public awareness campaigns. RAND researchers conducted a comprehensive evaluation of four such efforts.
Real Warriors Campaign: Findings and Recommendations 2020

Joie D. Acosta, Jennifer L. Cerully, Eunice C. Wong, Elizabeth L. Petrun Sayers, Mikhail Zaydman, Lisa S. Meredith, Ilana Blum, Nupur Nanda, Terri Tanielian, Rachel Ross, et al.
This brief is one in a series examining mental health public awareness campaigns' messages, consistency of messaging in their materials, and tools used to deliver content to audiences. This brief discusses materials from the Real Warrior Campaign.
Veterans Crisis Line: Findings and Recommendations 2020

Joie D. Acosta, Jennifer L. Cerully, Eunice C. Wong, Elizabeth L. Petrun Sayers, Mikhail Zaydman, Lisa S. Meredith, Ilana Blum, Nupur Nanda, Terri Tanielian, Rachel Ross, et al.
This brief is one in a series examining mental health public awareness campaigns' messages, consistency of messaging in their materials, and tools used to deliver content to audiences. This brief discusses materials from the Veterans Crisis Line.

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