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DLA Headquarters News

Sept. 3, 2024

DLA employees learn ways to eliminate insider threat

The Insider Threat Program is vital in assisting in the detection of potential risk Indicators and concerning behaviors, discouraging potential insider threats with security countermeasures, and mitigating risks with early detection and intervention to remove individuals form the critical pathway. Every year throughout the month of September, agencies like the Defence Logistics Agency observe and educate its employees on the unfortunate realities of insider threat. This years theme to National Insider Threat Awareness (NITAM) is exactly what the DLA Insider Threat Team is here to do: Detect, Deter, and Mitigate.

Sept. 3, 2024

Suicide Prevention Month: Support is within reach

It's OK to seek help for mental health, says Cynthia Clark, the on-site EAP consultant at DLA Headquarters.

Aug. 29, 2024

Warner Robins logistics complex rehearses WMS implementation

Teammates from across DLA, the Air Force Materiel Command and Air Force Sustainment Center met at Warner Robins Air Force Base to review processes and conduct a rehearsal of concept drill in advance of deploying WMS.

Aug. 27, 2024

Women’s Equality Day: Life coach challenges employees to learn from the past to improve the future

In observance of Women’s Equality Day, employees from across the McNamara Headquarters Complex gathered in the Kabeiseman Conference Room to learn about the importance of equality and belonging in the workplace.

Aug. 19, 2024

FPCON 101: Force protection conditions refresher

Whether approaching a gate entrance on a military installation or entering a government owned facility, you have probably noticed the installation’s Force Protection Condition level posted prominently.

Aug. 15, 2024

Same skills, new role: How one employee found career growth at DLA

Many people have asked me why I made what seems like a dramatic career change from communications and media to project management. The two fields appear vastly different at first glance. However, I’m sharing my story to highlight that skills in one field can yield success in another.

Aug. 13, 2024

DLA Mentor-Protégé Program to help small businesses thrive, compete for contracts

DLA's Office of Small Business Programs will soon have a new way to help small vendors expand their capabilities as it works to build a more resilient industrial base that can meet increased challenges from competitors and adversaries.

Aug. 9, 2024

DLA director focuses on logistics support in EUCOM, AFRICOM

Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly met with DLA Europe & Africa teams, U.S. military leaders and coalition partners July 30 through Aug. 5 during his first visit to the European region as DLA director.

July 30, 2024

Four employees receive DOD awards for supporting Workforce Recruitment Program

DLA's commitment to hiring people with disabilities was evident July 25 as four employees were honored during the Defense Department’s 2024 Workforce Recruitment Program Awards Ceremony at the Pentagon.

July 26, 2024

Customer service management team works to elevate user experience, customer outcomes

DLA's customer service management team shared expectations about new ServiceNow features that will help enhance users’ experience and improve customer support during a July 17 meeting in Battle Creek, Michigan.

July 25, 2024

Simerly gets candid with employees in new leaders’ lunch series 

Eight DLA Headquarters employees talk one-on-one with the DLA director during the first in a series of bimonthly meetings in which he plans to talk openly about issues like transforming the agency.

July 23, 2024

Former DLA directors help chart agency’s course ahead

Former directors shared their insights on the upcoming DLA Strategic Plan during a two-hour roundtable discussion July 18 at DLA Headquarters. The new five-year plan is expected to be released in late August or early September.

July 23, 2024

Contracting officer representatives keep services, facilities humming

No two days are alike for contracting officer representatives who oversee service contracts that make daily operations throughout DLA possible.

July 22, 2024

DLA, Small Business Administration leaders commit to stronger partnership

DLA and Small Business Administration leaders strengthened their alliance in early July while sharing ideas at DLA Headquarters on how to maximize opportunities for America’s small businesses.

July 19, 2024

HR leaders launch DLA Careers site to increase recruiting, expand talent pool

In the competitive landscape of today’s job market, the Defense Logistics Agency is increasing its online presence to attract top talent. On July 8, the agency adopted LinkedIn as a key tool to ramp up its recruiting efforts and broaden its talent pool by launching a new DLA Careers page