When: Monday, December 5, 2016, 2:00 — 4:00 p.m.
Where: The Brookings Institution, Falk Auditorium, 1775 Massachusetts Ave, NW, Washington, DC
What:
Technology, innovation, concepts, and tactics are key to the future of U.S. defense. All deliver numerous challenges as well as opportunities. In some senses, new ways of waging war have leveled parts of the playing field that have historically been dominated by the United States. Intertwined with these opportunities and challenges, the “Third Offset” strategy, officially launched with this year’s budget request, attempts to identify asymmetries between U.S. forces and potential adversaries. Across the spectrum, it is critical to remember that no single concept or technology is enough on its own, as it must exist within a large and complex system.
On December 5, the Brookings Center for 21st Century Security and Intelligence will host an event discussing the future of U.S. defense with Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert O. Work. Secretary Work will offer opening remarks before turning over to a panel to further discuss the issues. Panelists will include Alan Easterling of Northrop Grumman; William Lynn of Leonardo North America and DRS Technologies; and Kelly Marchese of Deloitte Consulting LLP. Brookings Senior Fellow Michael O’Hanlon will moderate the discussion.
Following conversation, audience questions will be taken.