The answer is coevolution, the simultaneous integrated evolution of systems, organization and doctrine. Coevolution requires service experiments that will lead to a climate of joint experimentation. The MBC provides top-down experiments that deal with large issues, creating an environment that fosters innovation, inquisitiveness and a willingness to risk. The focus is on new operational concepts, systems, tactics and organization. It includes Navy labs and ships that can net to other fleet units and service labs.
Laboratories provide the technology.
MBC translates it into combat power. Network centric warfare requires the rapid assimilation of technology and seizes the opportunities that are already available for new approaches to acquisition. Information technology acquisition is on a new and faster timeline with near continuous technology refresh rates. Outsourcing and new partnerships with industry are initiatives we are pursuing to improve technology refresh rates in the Navy. This is best exemplified by what is happening in the fleet today.