The Army's Program Executive Office C3N and Command and Control Cross-Functional Team will host the technical exchange meeting (TEM 13) on December 10-11, 2024, in Savannah, GA, to advance the Army's network transformation, which is a priority for enabling command and control (C2). The event will focus on topics relevant to next-generation C2 and unified network capabilities, encouraging industry alignment with Army needs through technical discussions and operational feedback. New for this TEM is an Academic Track in partnership with the University of Texas System aimed at integrating research and development from academia into Army practices. The agenda includes keynote addresses by key Army figures, various panels addressing issues such as operational scaling of C2 Fix architecture, the zero-trust networking update, and educational sessions on AI's role in network applications. The discussions aim to bridge gaps between research and field applications, providing opportunities for collaboration between academic institutions and industry partners, fostering innovation for Army network requirements. The event highlights the Army's commitment to modernizing its command structure through collaborative dialogues and strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing combat effectiveness through advanced technological solutions.

The document outlines the schedule for one-on-one meetings at TEM 13 with industry partners, organized by various Project Managers within the Army. Specifically, Project Manager Tactical Radios (Mr. Dennis Teefy) will hold 20-minute meetings on December 10-11, 2024, and scheduling must be done by December 1, 2024. Project Manager Interoperability, Integration and Services (Ms. Lisa Smith) will conduct 20-minute meetings on December 10, with registration required by November 15, 2024. Additionally, Project Manager Mission Command (Ray Weigand) will offer 15-minute meetings on December 10-11, with a registration deadline of November 29, 2024. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding the limited availability of meeting slots and the necessity for timely registration, reflecting a structured approach to engage with industry stakeholders regarding tactical communications and technological integration within military operations. This initiative aligns with the broader context of enhancing collaboration under government RFPs and grants, reinforcing partnerships that potentially contribute to military capability improvement.

The Army's Program Executive Office C3N and Command and Control Cross-Functional Team will host TEM 13, a technical exchange meeting, on December 10-11, 2024, at the Savannah, GA Convention Center. This event centers on the Army's transformation priority: enhancing command and control (C2) capabilities through a unified network. It will feature panels discussing Next Generation Command and Control frameworks, operational insights, and the integration of academic research into Army projects, supported by a new Academic Track in partnership with the University of Texas System. Key topics include operational perspectives on C2 architecture, the transition to a unified network based on zero-trust principles, incorporating AI and machine learning into military networks, and advancements in emergency communication systems. The agenda includes keynote addresses, panel discussions, breakout sessions, and opportunities for industry participants to engage in one-on-one discussions, focusing on aligning research with Army needs and fostering collaboration between academia and industry. Ultimately, TEM 13 aims to inform industry R&D efforts, discuss business opportunities within the Army's framework, and strengthen partnerships that support the operational goals of the Army in the face of evolving warfare challenges, illustrating the importance of modernization in military communications for operational effectiveness.