Space Industry Lags in Speed to Field Starts

A recent assessment suggests that the space industry is falling short in its ability to quickly deploy new technologies and capabilities to the field. This is a concern for those who rely on the industry's innovations, including warfighters and defense companies. The issue is not unique to the space industry, as other defense sectors also struggle with speed to field starts. However, the space industry's reliance on complex technologies and long development timelines exacerbates the problem. As a result, the industry is working to improve its efficiency and reduce the time it takes to bring new technologies to the field.