I/ITSEC Feedback News Release
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIVORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD), is seeking industry input at the upcoming Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) scheduled for November 20, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. This initiative aims to gather feedback to enhance NAWCTSD's requirements and acquisition activities, focusing on innovation, affordability, and performance improvements while addressing competition barriers and leveraging commercial solutions for training. The event will facilitate discussions on key topics such as the integration of AI in training, alternative low-cost solutions, and modular design for training systems. Interested parties can engage with representatives at the Navy Quad Booth (Booth 1239) and should note that this is a feedback-gathering event rather than a solicitation for proposals. For further inquiries, contact Brian Roscoe at brian.d.roscoe.civ@us.navy.mil or call (407) 380-4870.

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    Brian Roscoe
    (407) 380-4870
    brian.d.roscoe.civ@us.navy.mil
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    The Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) is inviting industry input at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) on November 20, 2025. This initiative seeks to improve NAWCTSD's requirements and acquisition activities, focusing on enhancing innovation, affordability, schedule, and performance, while removing competition barriers and leveraging commercial solutions for training. Attendees can visit the Navy Quad Booth (Booth 1239) to discuss potential improvements in technology implementation, system sustainment, and acquisition processes. Key discussion points include the use of AI in training, alternative low-cost solutions, measuring training effectiveness, modular design, faster training solution upgrades, and overcoming competition barriers. This is a feedback-gathering event, not a solicitation for proposals, and representatives cannot obligate the government.
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