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Transforming the Organic Industrial Base and Upskilling the Army's Civilian Workforce

By Liz Miranda

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Army Materiel Command transforms the Organic Industrial Base through workforce upskilling, advanced analytics, AI integration, and a multi-billion-dollar modernization plan to sustain Army readiness and resilience.

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Army civilian students gathered around a table in a classroom setting, engaged in small group collaborative work during a leadership training course at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
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Transforming Army Education: The Leadership Laboratory

Army University transforms military education through a "leadership laboratory" model, replacing lecture-based instruction with experiential, student-centric learning to develop agile, critically thinking civilian and uniformed leaders

By David Duckett

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Collection Evaluation at a Small Technical Library

Eric Kolber details how the USACE Buffalo District Library conducted a qualitative collection evaluation triggered by an office move, using subject matter expert feedback and publisher comparisons to identify outdated materials and gaps in engineering guidance.

By Eric N. Kolber

Statue of the ancient Greek historian Xenophon in front of the Austrian Parliament Building in Vienna (Photo by MrPanyGoff; image courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)
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Leadership and Management: A Comparison and Contrast

Dr. Bradford examines leadership and management across nonprofit, public administration, and Army contexts, concluding both are distinct yet complementary functions that skilled Army civilian professionals must master together.

By Dennis C. Bradford, PhD

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Improving Ethical Decision-Making Across Agencies: Turning Principles to Action in Evolving Situations (Deontology-Focused)

Proposes continuous, workplace-level ethics practices for public organizations using deontological reasoning paired with systems thinking and sense-making tools. Emphasizes leader modeling, scenario-based training, and clear commander's intent to support ethical decision-making in complex environments.

By Joseph Blanding, PhD

  • Graduates of the AMSC Civilian Education System's Enterprise Leadership Course, 2006, Fort Leavenworth, KS (Photo by Allyson McNitt)
    There Is No "ACP" in Team ... But There Should Be

    Col. Morgado uses a personal leadership failure to argue that uniformed Army leaders must fully integrate Army Civilian Professionals as valued team members, applying the same leadership principles used with military personnel.

    By Col. Andrew Morgado

  • Three starburst badges with turquoise and black radiating backgrounds displaying the words "ACHIEVES" with a flag icon, "DEVELOPS" with a plant icon, and "LEADS" with a person icon.
    A U.S. Army Leadership Requirements Model Reflection of Bucky Barnes and Yelena Belova in Marvel's Thunderbolts

    Analysis of Marvel's Thunderbolts characters through the U.S. Army Leadership Requirements Model, examining how Bucky Barnes and Yelena Belova exemplify military leadership attributes and competencies in a cinematic context.

    By Evelyn Burns, PhD

  • Army civilian professional and military service member collaborating at computer workstation with digital displays showing maps and data in command center environment
    The Resilient Professional: Cultivating Creativity to Drive Impact in the Army Civilian Workforce

    Creativity isn't a just a gift, it's a trainable skill essential for Army civilians facing volatile challenges. Research shows targeted exercises can dramatically improve creative thinking, helping professionals anticipate threats, seize opportunities, and outperform in uncertain domains.

    By Richard McConnell, D.M

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    Are You My Mentor?

    Learn how to find and build effective mentorship relationships. A 4-step guide to identifying mentors and professional growth.

    By Col. Andrew Morgado

  • Military personnel and NFL cheerleaders posing together for a group photo at a military facility
    Why All Army Civilians Should Explore Deploying Under the Army's Expeditionary Civilian Workforce Program

    This article highlights the benefits of deploying as part of the Army's Expeditionary Civilian Workforce (AECW). Drawing on personal experience, the author explains how deployment opportunities can strengthen professional growth, financial stability, spiritual fulfillment, and overall well-being. The piece encourages Army civilians to explore the unique rewards and challenges of serving in operational environments alongside Soldiers.

    By Garry Christman

  • Letter from the Editor graphic with the title in bold black text on a yellow background. Below the title, it reads 'By Allyson McNitt, PhD.' The Army Management Staff College logo, featuring a torch and sword, is displayed on the left, and the text 'Army Civilian Professional Journal' is positioned at the bottom.
    Letter from the Editor

    The Army Civilian Professional Journal's second edition tackles empathy as a leadership skill, faculty learning communities as professional development engines, and the overlooked contributions of the expeditionary civilian workforce.

    By Allyson McNitt, PhD

  • Two Army personnel and two civilians standing together outdoors at a military base, smiling and holding coffee cups.
    Army Civilian Corps: Necessary for the Fight

    This article highlights the indispensable role of Army civilian professionals as leaders and technical experts who contribute to operational readiness, long-term continuity, and strategic mission capabilities across the Army enterprise.

    By Tamara Hullender, PhD

  • Emblem of the Defense Language Institute featuring a torch above a shield with a laurel branch, a helmet, and ancient script, along with a ribbon reading 'Defense Language Institute'.
    Building Data Literacy Skills in Army Civilian Professionals through Deliberate Workflow Changes: A Faculty Case Study

    A case study on how DLIFLC enhanced data literacy among Army civilian professionals by revising program review processes, leveraging Power BI dashboards, and implementing targeted professional development to foster data-informed decision-making.

    By Dawn Bikowski, PhD, Albert Stegall, Erin O'Reilly, PhD

  • Soldiers in uniform using virtual reality headsets and hand controllers during a training exercise in a classroom setting, with training visuals displayed on a monitor.
    Blended Learning: Retention and Engagement

    This article explores the impact of blended learning on knowledge retention and learner engagement in Army civilian and military training. Drawing from recent research (2019–2024), the article examines how combining online and in-person instruction improves learning outcomes, especially when enhanced with modern educational technologies like VR and AI.

    By Olga Williams, Senior ISS, Strategy and Plans Division (S&P), VPDE

  • A group of approximately twenty people—diverse in age, gender, and ethnicity—stand together indoors in front of several national flags, smiling for a group photo. A red and green emblem is visible on the floor.
    Army Civilian Development

    This article discusses the importance of the Civilian Education System (CES) in developing Army civilian supervisors and enhancing workforce effectiveness. It emphasizes that education and training investments improve retention, leadership capabilities, and mission accomplishment throughout the Army.

    By T. Gregg Thompson & Frank Wenzel

  • The official seal of the United States Army Civilian Human Resources Agency. The emblem features a globe with a torch above a black and yellow shield, flanked by green branches. A red scroll below the shield reads Excellentia Per Societatem. The entire emblem is encircled by a black ring with the white text United States Army Civilian Human Resources Agency.
    Demystifying Talent Management for Army Civilian Professionals

    This article clarifies what talent management means for Army civilians and how it is already embedded in staffing, development, and performance management processes. It offers a practical framework and calls on Army leaders to take a long-term approach to nurturing and retaining civilian talent.

    By Richard A. Harfst, SHRM-SCP, U.S. Army CHRA ACCMA

  • Graffiti-style handwritten message on a white wall that reads 'the future is unwritten'.
    Army Civilians of Today and Tomorrow: Implications for Future Recruitment and Development

    This article explores the evolving identity and future of the Army Civilian Corps. It highlights how emerging workforce trends, unknown job requirements, and competency gaps must shape modern recruitment and professional development strategies for the Army civilian workforce.

    By David Culkin, PhD

  • Three men sitting at a conference table during a meeting, listening attentively with papers and water bottles on the table.
    Updates to the Civilian Education System

    This article outlines significant updates to the Army Civilian Education System (CES), effective 1 October 2025. It details course realignments, discontinued offerings, new Organizational and Enterprise Leadership Courses, rebranding efforts, and revised enrollment processes, emphasizing the Army Management Staff College's commitment to lifelong learning and leader development.

    By Julia Bell and Dr. Christina Love

  • U.S. Army Command and General Staff College building with ceremonial formation of soldiers holding international flags in front of the main entrance, representing the institution's commitment to developing world-class military faculty and leaders through collaborative education programs.
    Building and Empowering FLCs Within the Command and General Staff College

    In June 2018, Military Review published an online exclusive article by Matthew Archambault titled "The Three-Generation Dilemma" that outlined the challenges U.S. Army brigades and battalions face with ensuring shared understanding across the three generations (company grade officers, field grade officers, and battalion and brigade commanders) that operate within its ranks.1 The author argued that the lack of shared understanding is due to varying levels of experience between the generations.

    By Anatole Balma, PhD

  • U.S. Army soldiers from 186th Brigade Support Battalion conducting tactical training briefing in open field at Petrochori Training Area Greece during military exercise
    Developing Others through Delegation: A Leadership Imperative

    Learn how Army leaders can use delegation as a powerful development tool across institutional, operational, and self-development domains. This comprehensive guide covers delegation strategies

    By Vincent Carlisle, PhD

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