We'll be able to keep up with Information Technology that changes every 18 months, without being hampered by government procurement practices. The bottom line is, it's a better service for the same money. Like the radio, the Navy Marine Intranet will affect how people work. While overall this change will be positive, some network administration, operations, and ashore communications may be displaced. This initiative's intent is not to cut personnel performing these functions.
Information workers are in high demand in both the public and private sectors.
The Department of the Navy seeks to mitigate any adverse effects. It's doing this by emphasizing local flexibility. Only a portion of the set of NMCI services are mandatory in initial implementation. The mandatory set was established at the minimum necessary to ensure security and interoperability. Local activities can pace the transition impact based on their local situation.