The current state of technology in the DOD would require 10x that amount to even begin to modernize. I would argue that the root of this issue is the federal c

The current state of technology in the DOD would require 10x that amount to even begin to modernize. I would argue that the root of this issue is the federal contracting system. The barrier to entry, for any company, is so astronomical and laborious that even big companies steer clear. The detriment caused by the complexity of simply doing business with the federal government is only exceeded by the entire 8(a) program. The result of these issues is that the innovators in technology simply don't participate, and as the systems get older and more hodge podge the cost of modernization skyrockets.