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In March 2012 the then 49-year-old Mara Chambers joined Defense Contract Management Agency Aircraft Integrated Maintenance Operations Oklahoma City as a GS-5 procurement technician. She had no idea she would soon be undertake a major career shift and begin change professional outlook forever. One her office’s mission responsibilities includes providing contract administration and contractor logistics support services on multiple platforms managed by Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma (pictured). (DCMA graphic by Stephen Hickok)

Aug. 29, 2017

Mid-life moxie: administrator earns golden opportunity as Keystone

“I am grateful for the opportunity to succeed in a field that I had not planned and did not know that I would enjoy,” said Mara Chambers.

For Defense Contract Management Agency Dayton, the path to excellence in its warfighter support mission is through an engaged workforce, armed with the tools and mindset to solve complex problems. To build that culture, the Dayton team designed a process called Efficiency-Driven Growth and Excellence, known as EDGE. (DCMA graphic by Cheryl Jamieson)

Aug. 28, 2017

New process sharpens Dayton’s EDGE

DCMA Dayton incorporates a command-wide approach to getting results for its customers while building the leaders of tomorrow.

Air Force Col. Eric Obergfell (center), instructed his extended team of contracting professionals at Defense Contract Management Agency Dayton, Indianapolis and Cleveland that Continuous Process Improvement was a priority more than 24 months ago. Team members have embraced the initiative and success has followed. (DCMA graphic by Thomas Perry)

Aug. 22, 2017

Dayton’s ongoing CPI efforts spark innovation, results

DAYTON, Ohio — “I am super proud our team and excited to share the process improvements we have made with other CMOs,” said Col. Eric Obergfell.

Maura Walsh is a contracts supervisory team leader at Defense Contract Management Agency Springfield in New Jersey. She has been a part of the DCMA team for eight years. (Photo courtesy of Maura Walsh)

Aug. 21, 2017

My DCMA: Maura Walsh, contracts supervisory team leader

SPRINGFIELD, N.J. — My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.

While reporting numbers have remained consistent since its launch, agency employees are still favoring the Department of Defense reporting system over the direct-to-investigator internal reporting option. The agency IG is working to reverse this trend by reaffirming its independence and fortifying employee trust.

Aug. 16, 2017

DCMA IG launches in pursuit of excellence

New directorate aims to improve warfighter support.

Amber Veliz, a contracting intern at Defense Contract Management Agency Los Angeles, participated in an academic program at the University of Arizona in June designed to help veterans excel in college and their future careers. (Photo courtesy of Amber Veliz)

July 31, 2017

Program helps veterans make smooth transition to college and new career

LOS ANGELES — Amber Veliz participated in an academic program at the University of Arizona in June designed to help veterans excel in college and their future careers.

Navy Vice Adm. David Lewis (front row far left), Defense Contract Management Agency director, joined members of the agency's International Directorate and partner-nation officials at the DCMA's 16th Host Nation Conference. The conference provides a forum to discuss quality assurance and contract auditing. (Photo courtesy Edelweiss Lodge and Resort)

July 27, 2017

Teamwork overcomes cultural, language differences

GARMISCH-PARTENKIRCHEN, Germany — DCMA holds 16th Host Nation Conference in Germany.

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July 26, 2017

DCMA Roundup July

July's DCMA Roundup highlights stories from around the agency.

Kara Bennett is an administrative contracting officer at DCMA Syracuse based in Buffalo, New York. She has been a part of the DCMA team for 17 years. (DCMA photo by Jason Mann)

July 13, 2017

My DCMA: Kara Bennett, administrative contracting officer

BUFFALO, N.Y. — My DCMA showcases the agency’s experienced and diverse workforce.

Approximately every three to four years, Defense Contract Management Agency’s contract management offices undergo a mission review to ensure policy compliance and mission objectives, are supported by the most efficient and effective methodologies and processes. (DCMA graphic by Stephen Hickok)

June 20, 2017

MRT tips CAP to positive change

After realizing the Mission Review and External Audit Corrective Action Process needed improvement, the MRT went to work.

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