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Tesseract Podcast

63 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings

Our mission at Tesseract is to Empower Airmen, Connect them to resources, and Accelerate Change across the Air Force Logistics Enterprise. This is our official podcast! Tesseract Podcast gives you the perspective, tools, and techniques from experts about innovation. You‘ll hear from team members that provide context about Tesseract‘s role at the Pentagon and from Airmen working in the field. Tesseract Podcast also interviews authors, senior leaders, subject matter experts, and other unique individuals across industries to leverage the creative genes of Air Force Airmen.

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LNO Fireside chat: Command and Control, Risk Reward in Innovation with Michael Moore

July 12, 2024 14:49 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MB

Join us as we chat with Master Sergeant Michael Moore from Honolulu, Hawaii. Michael recounts his path from joining the Air Force in 2010 as a Security Forces member to becoming the Commandant at the Pitsenbarger Airman Leadership School in Spangdahlem, Germany. Michael shares stories from his career across bases like Osan, Kadena, and Spangdahlem, focusing on his efforts to drive innovation through simple yet effective process improvements. He emphasizes that innovation isn't just about te...

LNO Fireside Chat: Dedication and Hard Lessons with Chris Anderson

June 27, 2024 13:31 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

Our host Nate had an insightful chat with Chris Anderson, the European Spark Sale Coordinator. Here are the highlights: Chris shared his journey from aircraft maintenance to innovation leader. He discussed the challenges and successes in continuous process improvement (CPI). We learned about his impactful projects, like the bone conduction initiative. Chris’s story is a true eye-opening episode of dedication and hard lessons faced by innovators. Catch the full conversation to get inspired!...

LNO Fireside Chat: Unprecedented Time for Innovation with Kevin Walton

May 10, 2024 15:52 - 22 minutes - 31.4 MB

Join us for another episode of the LNO Fireside Chat, featuring Lt Col Kevin Walton from the 52nd Maintenance Squadron. Stationed in the scenic Eifel region of Germany, Kevin discusses his role as a leader and his efforts to enhance the capabilities of the Air Force while improving the quality of life and effectiveness of our airmen. From his early days working on F-16s to leading strategic innovations at Air Mobility Command, Col Walton's journey highlights the critical impact of embracing ...

Breaking Barriers and Driving Change with Tyler Jones

April 26, 2024 14:30 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Tesseract Podcast, where host Dan learns the story of Tyler Jones, an airman who championed innovation against all odds. Faced with the 'frozen middle,' Tyler's relentless pursuit to implement significant policy changes exemplifies the spirit of determination. Discover how his collaboration with the Tesseract team finally brought his visionary policy change to fruition, marking a significant milestone in fostering a culture of innovation within the Air...

Empowering Airmen and Pioneering the Future of Logistics with Mr. Dean Blake

April 11, 2024 17:38 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MB

In this episode of the Tesseract Podcast, Dan interviewed Mr. Dean Blake, technical director of the Headquarters Air Force A4L Directorate of Logistics. Mr. Blake brings a wealth of knowledge to the table with a 21-year career as an aircraft maintenance officer and significant experience in logistics information technology. He shared insights into his journey through the Air Force, emphasizing the crucial role of innovation and technology in enhancing Air Force logistics and readiness in the...

Giving Airman a Voice with Retired General Larry O. Spencer

March 21, 2024 17:31 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MB

In this episode of the Tesseract Podcast, Retired General Larry Spencer shares his journey from a young man, uncertain about an Air Force career, to becoming the vice chief of staff of the United States Air Force. His story begins in Washington D.C., where a chance encounter with an Air Force recruiter dramatically changed the trajectory of his life. Spencer recounts how he transitioned from playing football to joining the Air Force, fueled by a recruiter's promise of a future that combined ...

LNO Fireside Chat: Strategic Thinking

March 14, 2024 16:41 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MB

Join us on the latest LNO Fireside Chat as we dive into the world of innovation with our special guest, Matthew D Connelly! In this episode, we cover everything from the importance of clear and respectful communication to overcoming technical hiccups. Matthew, a part-time innovator in PACAF and a full-time munitions specialist, shares insights from his rich experience in innovation and continuous process improvement. Hear about Matthew's unconventional career journey, from a rocky start in t...

LNO Fireside Chats: Culture of Continuous Improvement with Mary Lou Moore

March 08, 2024 17:41 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MB

In the recent LNO fireside chat hosted by Amanda and Jackson, the discussion centered on the innovative strategies and challenges faced by the military in adapting to the changing strategic landscape. Mary Lou Moore, from the AFMC CDX office, shared insights into her work, emphasizing a human-centered approach to implementing change. During this episode, she highlighted the importance of continuous improvement and innovation through training in methodologies like green belts and black belts...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success: Innovation through Automation

March 01, 2024 15:50 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MB

In this fresh installment of our Fireside Chat series, we sit down with MSgt Heikell Perez, Supply troop from Biddle Air National Guard Base, who brings a unique perspective to the innovation ecosystem. Hosted by Nate, this episode dives into MSgt Perez's journey, capturing his innate drive to push boundaries, innovate, and streamline processes. With a career marked by a relentless pursuit of improvement, he shares how his "spark" to innovate has ignited significant changes. Listen in as MS...

Lunar Search and Rescue with MSgt Ben Johnis and MSgt Bon Strout (Ret)

February 23, 2024 19:09 - 53 minutes - 74.2 MB

Welcome to the new season of the Tesseract Podcast. This year, we're thrilled to introduce our new hosts, Chloe and Dan. To kick off this exciting new season, Chloe sits down with two remarkable guests: MSgt Benjamin Johnis and Retired MSgt Bon Strout, both SERE specialists in the US Air Force. Join us for an inspiring journey as MSgt Johnis shares his story, from his work as a Ph.D. graduate student at the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) to his groundbreaking contributions at the ...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success - Pushing the Boundaries

February 15, 2024 18:18 - 37 minutes - 51.2 MB

During this episode of the LNO Fireside Chat, we spoke with Dakota Belcher and Joshua Nash, distinguished innovators and driving forces behind the AFWERX programs and PACAF SPARK cells, respectively. Through their perspectives, we explored the transformative impact of Tesseract on their initiatives, shedding light on the ways it has supported and refined their innovative efforts. Throughout our discussion, Dakota and Joshua shared their insights into the challenges they have faced, the miles...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success R2JP

February 05, 2024 18:55 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MB

This is the last fireside chat episode of the seven Aether Sprint semi-finalists! Project R2JP (Rays to Jet Power) introduces a decentralized, green, and sustainable energy source! This system is not only environmentally friendly but also operationally efficient, offering significant savings in fuel consumption and logistics. By replacing traditional generators, R2JP halves pallet requirements and can fully pay for itself in less than five months. Additionally, the system is easy to deploy,...

LNO Fireside chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success Project Weapon

February 02, 2024 20:00 - 20 minutes - 27.8 MB

In this gripping Fireside Chat, Ryan Amador kicks things off by sharing the origin of their idea and the trials encountered when building the initial prototype of his team project. From bureaucratic roadblocks to the intricate web of vendor interactions, they reveal the untold story behind their relentless pursuit of innovation. Tune in and discover the project's ultimate mission: streamlining equipment logistics and reducing the logistical footprint. Plus, gain insight into the challenges t...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success Project CLAWS

January 31, 2024 21:26 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

In this episode of LNO Fireside Chat, host Amanda Dennis delves into an engaging conversation with the innovative minds behind CLAWS - the Compact Loading Adapter Winch System designed for C-130 aircraft. Joshua Rogers, Taylor Mogford, and their team, currently semi-finalists in the Aether Sprint competition, share insights into their groundbreaking project aimed at enhancing loading efficiency and operational safety for the Air Force. They explore the challenges of streamlining the loading ...

LNO Fireside Chat Balancing Risk and Reward in Project Management with Dr. Ethan Eagle & Dan Ward

January 25, 2024 17:30 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

Get ready for an electrifying LNO Fireside Chat with Dr. Ethan Eagle and Dan Ward! Join us as these dynamic guests take center stage to unravel the in a deep conversation about project management and innovation. 💡 In this exhilarating episode, Dr. Ethan Eagle and Dan Ward share their expertise on navigating the intricate landscape of risk and reward in project management. Discover groundbreaking strategies and insights that will revolutionize your approach to tackling challenges and seizing ...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success Mobile Munitions Production Platform

January 18, 2024 20:29 - 15 minutes - 21.7 MB

Embark on the latest Fireside Chat journey with Philip as he talks to all Aether Sprint Semi-finalists.  Introducing Cayla Larson and Harris Hamburg as they explain how traditional munitions production is cumbersome and slow, posing a mismatch with the Agile Combat Employment (ACE) environment. After encountering inefficiencies during an ACE exercise, the team identified a significant opportunity for improvement. Encouraged by positive feedback and strong momentum, they submitted their inno...

LNO Fireside Chat: A Journey from Grassroots to Success Panhandle Panthers

January 11, 2024 19:25 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MB

In this episode, we talked to the third team competing for the Aether sprint. Tyler and Andrew explained their game-changing initiative—consolidating multiple pieces of equipment into a robust, portable kit for rapid and agile deployment. The discussion centers around the benefits of using this kit in an ACE environment deployment, significantly reducing space requirements and creating a smaller footprint. The team discusses the ambitious goal of enterprise-wide implementation and how large...

LNO Fireside Chat: A journey from Grassroots to Success F-35 WMS Cover

January 05, 2024 18:39 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MB

During this installment of the LNO Fireside Chat, our host Nate embarks on another journey from grassroots to success with the F-35 WMS Cover project. Technical Sergeants Emil Wodicka takes us behind the scenes to discuss the current status of their groundbreaking product manufacturing and validation process. In this engaging conversation, the team shares their progress, highlighting the successful completion of multiple prototypes. The next phase on the horizon is the validation process, sc...

Rapid and Sustained Organizational Change with (Ret.) Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria

December 28, 2023 13:33 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MB

In this episode of the Tesseract podcast, James sits down with (Ret.) Lt. Gen. Jay Silveria to explore the profound transformations that shaped the U.S. Air Force, particularly in the wake of the September 11th attacks. Lt. Gen. Silveria offers invaluable perspectives on the rapid and sustained organizational change that unfolded before and after 9/11, shedding light on how the Air Force evolved strategically, tactically, and operationally in response to this pivotal event. Gen. Silveria ta...

Amanda Whalen & Diana Prenoveau Plan Qulliq (RCAF innovation)

November 09, 2023 13:41 - 38 minutes - 53 MB

Join us on this exciting Tesseract Podcast Episode where we talk about aerospace innovation with two remarkable women, Amanda Whalen and Diana Prenoveau, leading the charge in the Royal Canadian Air Force's (RCAF) Plan Qulliq initiative. Amanda and Diana are instrumental figures in the RCAF's mission to transform its operations through cutting-edge innovation. In this episode, they share their inspiring journey and insights into how Plan Qulliq is shaping the future of the RCAF. Tune in as ...

Enabling Exceptional Software Solutions with Matthew Nelson

October 26, 2023 14:51 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MB

In this episode “Enabling Exceptional Software Solutions with Matthew Nelson” your host James dove into the world of cutting-edge software solutions for the Air Force. Throughout this engaging conversation, James and Matthew explore the intricacies of developing software that powers the Air Force. Matthew's remarkable journey, from his EWI fellowship to his current roles as an Air Force Reserve Lieutenant Colonel and his notable contributions to Kessel Run and BESPIN, offers invaluable insig...

Advancing Airman Innovation with Technical Sergeant Daniel Kosty

October 12, 2023 14:14 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

In this episode, James talked with Technical Sergeant Dan Kosty, a Tesseract Core Member and Program Manager with our Concept Integrations Branch. They discussed his experience as a C-17 Maintainer, Co-Founder of Tron, and working within the Innovation Ecosystem.

Testing the Mission Generation Group with Col. Bary Flack

September 29, 2023 14:28 - 50 minutes - 68.7 MB

In this episode, James talked with Colonel Bary Flack, commander of the 436th Mission Generation Group at Dover AFB. We talked about how the new organizational structure - the MGG - intends to unite work centers under the common mission of power projection.

Tesseract Summit 2023: Senior Leader Panel

August 30, 2023 19:38 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MB

In this episode, James talked with Ms. Brown, HAF/A4L Deputy, Col. Hartle, HAF/A4L Associate Director, and Mr. Malby, HAF/A4PA IT Specialist and Innovator. We talked about the unique set of circumstances that innovation brings to the traditional hierarchy of a military staff and their experiences with overcoming hurdles and scaling to the enterprise.

Project Madagascar with SrA Jackson Wynn & Team

August 17, 2023 17:56 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB

In this episode, James talked with grassroots innovators SrA Jackson Wynn, TSgt Aaron Garcia, and TSgt Adam Funderburgh. We discussed their idea, Project Madagascar, and how it supports the Air Force’s next-generation warehouse. We also talked about being an innovator at the field level and prototyping with almost zero cost. Team Email: [email protected] Application Link: https://bmswens.github.io/Inventory-Management/ *Note: This podcast was recorded at LOA '23, we apologize for...

Acquisitions in Air Force Innovation with Chris Shaheen

July 28, 2023 18:52 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Shaheen, a Contracting Officer at Air Force Material Command. Chris talks about the duties and responsibilities of his position as well as roadblocks faced by an Airforce contracting/acquisition specialist. He discusses Small Business Innovation Research (SBIRs) and the plethora of systems and tools that exist for different organizations to fund innovation. *Note: This podcast was processed through an AI tool to help remove background noise. Some may ...

Resiliency, Redundancy, and Operator Requirements with Maj. Kyle “Gouge” McAlpin

July 14, 2023 08:30 - 39 minutes - 53.8 MB

In this episode, James talked with Major Kyle “Gouge” McAlpin, C-17 pilot and ML Project Manager at the DAF-MIT AI Accelerator. We talked about the difficulty in transitioning solutions from one domain to another in the Air Force and the broader DoD, especially when AI/ML is involved, and how operators have extremely nuanced requirements for the tools they use.

Preparing the Next Generation of Airmen with Brig. General Lyle Drew

June 21, 2023 13:46 - 54 minutes - 49 MB

In this episode, James talked with Brigadier General Drew, Commander of the 82nd Training Wing and Installation Commander at Sheppard AFB. We talked about how to invest in your people and empower them to meet their full potential, whether they be seasoned managers or bright-eyed young airmen fresh out of BMT.

Airpower History and Innovation with Dr Heather Venable

January 24, 2023 23:58 - 41 minutes - 57 MB

In this episode, Matt talked with Dr Heather Venable, Course Director of Airpower Strategy and Operations, Department of Airpower at the Air Command and Staff College. In this episode we talked about the importance of history and how it influences the future, and the roots of innovation of the United States Air Force. While we are focused on the future, we must take the time to understand the past.

Adaptation Under Fire with Lt Gen David Barno, Ret. and Dr Nora Bensahel

December 14, 2022 10:06 - 1 hour - 91.3 MB

In this episode, SSgt Matt Miranda sat down with Lt Gen David Barno, Ret. and Dr. Nora Bensahel, authors of Adaptation Under Fire: How Militaries Change in Wartime. In this episode, we discuss their book, the difference between adaptation and innovation, and case studies highlighting the importance of adaptability in conflict. Lt. Gen. David W. Barno, USA (Ret.) is a Visiting Professor of Strategic Studies and Senior Fellow at the Merrill Center in The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitz...

Leading the Future of the A4 with Lieutenant General Tom Miller

December 08, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

If you're an Airman in maintenance, logistics readiness, civil engineering, or force protection, you can't miss this episode! We sat down with Lt. Gen. Tom D. Miller, the Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection. We talked about mentorship between officers and enlisted, the Basing and Logistics Enterprise Strategy, and how we must prepare for the future. Lt. Gen. Miller is responsible to the Chief of Staff for leadership, management and integration of Air Force...

Logistics in the Falklands War with Major General Kenneth Privratsky, Ret.

December 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

In this episode, SSgt Matt Miranda talked with Major General Kenneth Privratsky, Ret., author of Logistics in the Falklands War: A Case Study in Expeditionary Warfare. 

Leadership and the Joint Force with SEAC Ramón ”CZ” Colón-López

December 02, 2022 10:01 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MB

In this episode, SSgt Matt Miranda had the opportunity to sit down with SEAC Ramón "CZ" Colón-López to talk about leadership and the Joint Force. SEAC Ramón "CZ" Colón-López is the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the most senior enlisted service member, by position, in the United States Armed Forces, and the principal military advisor to the Chairman on all matters involving joint and combined total force integration, utilization, health of the force, a...

Future Warfare with Lieutenant General Mike Dana, Ret.

November 30, 2022 06:04 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MB

In this episode, SSgt Matt Miranda sat down with Lieutenant General (Ret.) Mike Dana. We took a deep dive into the future of conflict. We discussed a variety of topics spanning from strategic-level planning, evolving domains of warfare, all the way to the importance of reading. Lieutenant General (Ret.) Mike Dana retired in 2019 after thirty-seven years of service in the United States Marine Corps, having last served as the Director of the Marine Corps Staff. During his decades of service, ...

Military Logistics in War with Colonel Jobie Turner, Ret.

November 15, 2022 10:02 - 1 hour - 93.1 MB

In this episode, Jobie Turner and Matt take a deep dive into the history of military logistics. Jobie is the author of Feeding Victory, Innovative Military Logistics from Lake George to Khe Sanh. Jobie Turner is a retired Colonel who served in the United States Air Force from 1996 to 2020. He received his commission and Bachelor of Science as a distinguished graduate from the United States Air Force Academy in 1996. He has served in a variety of operational and staff assignments at Air Mobi...

Theory of Constraints Application at Kadena Air Base with Lt Col Joe Perez

November 15, 2022 09:58 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MB

In this episode, we take at a look at Theory of Constraints in action with Lt Col Joe Perez! He was a commander on the ground during TOC initiatives, and shares his insights into what it takes to make your projects successful.  

Indo-Pacific Insights with Colonel David Maxwell, Ret.

November 09, 2022 21:39 - 1 hour - 138 MB

In this episode we take a deep dive into the Indo-Pacific region and what logistics Airmen should be aware of from a strategic and tactical perspective. If you are in PACAF, you absolutely do not want to miss this episode! David S. Maxwell is a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies. He is a 30-year veteran of the US Army, retiring as a Special Forces Colonel. He served over 20 years in Asia, primarily in Korea, Japan, and the Philippines. Colonel Maxwell served on the U...

Defying Entropy with Dr Will Roper

November 09, 2022 20:29 - 1 hour - 123 MB

In this episode, we sat down with Dr Will Roper. He is the prior Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics. As the Air Force’s Service Acquisition Executive, Dr. Roper was responsible for Air Force research, development and acquisition activities totaling an annual budget in excess of $60 billion for more than 550 acquisition programs. In this position, Dr. Roper served as the principal adviser to the Secretary and Chief of Staff of the Air Force for rese...

Explaining Aether Sprint with Phillip Barry

October 27, 2022 19:07 - 22 minutes - 31.6 MB

In this episode we sat down with one of our team members, MSgt Phillip Barry. He is the program manager responsible for the Aether Sprint competition! This is a low key conversation just to get more Airmen up to speed on Aether Sprint, some of our recent successes, and how you can get involved. Visit our website at www.tesseract.af.mil or check out our LinkedIn page for more details.

What is Tesseract?

October 05, 2022 16:56 - 7 minutes - 10.6 MB

Tesseract is the Air Force Office of Logistics Innovation. We exist to accelerate Airman innovation and we trust that Airmen know what it takes to win the future fight. Our mission is to accelerate combat-focused Logistics innovation by empowering Airmen and connecting them to a network of ideas and resources in order to improve the Agile Combat Support and Mission Generation capabilities of the United States Air Force. Our vision is to rapidly actualize change through the voices of Airm...

Persistent Mission Generation with Colonel James Hartle

September 27, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MB

In this episode, SSgt Matt Miranda sat down with Col. James Hartle, and they talked about the new logistics strategy. The Basing and Logistics Enterprise Strategy (BLES) is the framework our Air Force logistics enterprise will follow and execute, in order to posture logistics as a strategic deterrent and provide persistent mission generation. More importantly, we talk about how this strategy is relevant and important to frontline leaders and warfighters. Col. James Hartle is the Associate D...

The Krulak Center of Innovation and Future Warfare with Major Ian Brown

September 15, 2022 17:04 - 1 hour - 104 MB

We had an amazing opportunity to sit down with Major Ian Brown, who is the operations officer for the Brute Krulak Center for Innovation and Future Warfare at Marine Corps University. Major Brown is a helicopter pilot by trade. He is the author of A New Conception of War and is a contributing author to Foraging Wargamers. Both titles can be found at Marine Corps University Press in hard copy or online! We talked about what the Krulak Center does, and took a deep dive into wargaming. There ...

MICAP Prime Policy Update with Chip Litchfield

September 08, 2022 09:00 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MB

In this episode, we take a deep dive with Major Chip Litchfield about the policy update with MICAP Prime and how YOU can dent the universe. For over three years, our MICAP Prime pathfinder has been tested, championed, and supported by many change agents throughout the logistics enterprise. Major Chip Litchfield, a Logistics Readiness Officer and the thought leader who first conceptualized MICAP Prime, hypothesized “What if we could guarantee next-day delivery on EVERY in-stock, aircraft-gro...

Strengthening the Logistics Enterprise with Major General Hurry

August 11, 2022 09:04 - 44 minutes - 61.1 MB

In this episode we sat down with Major General Linda Hurry, the Director of Logistics of the United States Air Force. In this episode we don't just talk about logistics: we talk about human capital, innovation, and the Chicago Cubs!  She is responsible for organizing, training and equipping more than 180,000 logisticians who maintain and support mission generation and the aerospace weapons system inventory. She provides strategic guidance for materiel management, fuels, vehicle operations a...

Condition Based Maintenance with the Rapid Sustainment Office

August 11, 2022 09:02 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

In this episode, we take a deep dive into Conditioned Based Maintenance with the RSO. If you are interested in learning more about the RSO, you can check out their website here.  

Lighthouse with the Rapid Sustainment Office

August 11, 2022 09:01 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Rapid Sustainment Office and talk about their Lighthouse initiative. If you are interested in learning more about the RSO, you can check out their website here.  

Equipping the Force with the Combat Ready Airman Program

August 11, 2022 09:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

Have you ever wondered who was responsible for all your personal equipment, gear, and uniforms? In this episode we sat down with Taylor Harrison with the Combat Ready Airman program. She discusses how CRA equips the force, and partners with Joint services to make their mission possible. 

Theory of Constraints Education Opportunities at AFIT with Steven Riedl

May 03, 2022 10:56 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MB

So where can you learn about the Theory of Constraints for FREE if you have a CAC? Check out AFIT's courses on the Theory of Constraints! In this quick episode, we talked with Major Steven Riedl about how you and your Airmen can dig into coursework offered by the Air Force Institute of Technology. There are tools we can leverage, all we need to do is make the time.   You can find TOC Fundamentals, 101, and 201 on AFIT's website. Check out AFIT's Logistics courses here: https://www.afit.edu...

Tesseract’s Theory of Constraints Sustainment Strategy with Tim Jordan

April 26, 2022 16:22 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MB

In this episode, we talked with the Senior Enlisted Leader of Tesseract, CMSgt Tim Jordan about Tesseract's Theory of Constraints sustainment strategy. Change is hard, but we have a strategy to help the operational Air Force meet mission requirements all while giving more time back to Airmen by using TOC.  Want to learn more or connect to our Theory of Constraint efforts? Check out our website at www.Tesseract.AF.mil.

OCONUS MICAP Prime with Vince McLean

April 26, 2022 16:22 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

In this episode, we talked to Major Vince McLean about taking MICAP Prime overseas, and what the data has shown to support its viability. He expanded upon Major Chip Litchfield's work for his thesis "Accelerate Logistics or Lose" and talked through his research methodology while at school. This is a conversation pulled from our archives! Recorded in the summer of last year after Vince's graduation from ASAM, it is still relevant context to help our logistics leaders learn about our supply c...