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Feb. 18, 2025
New app helps leaders ensure Airman, Guardian financial readiness

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center recently unveiled a groundbreaking app that puts real-time financial data in leaders’ hands to help Airmen, Guardians and their families maintain financial readiness. The AFIMSC Financial Management
Sept. 23, 2024
Mission Monday: AFSVC Strategy, Plans, and Innovation

It’s Mission Monday! Meet Daniel Sanchez, a plans cell lead for the Strategy, Plans, and Innovation team at the Air Force Services Center.
Sept. 11, 2024
AFIMSC partnership accelerates technology for I&MS capabilities

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is leveraging the AFWERX Expedient Basing Challenge to capitalize on industry expertise to rapidly address urgent Air Force needs.AFIMSC partnered with AFWERX to award contracts through the Expedient
Aug. 7, 2024
AFMC Accelerator seeks innovative, visionary ideas through Sept. 13

The Air Force Materiel Command is seeking innovative, visionary ideas from Airmen, Guardians and civilians to shape change and propel the mission into the future through the AFMC Accelerator innovation campaign.
July 23, 2024
AFIMSC comptroller app gives time back to Airmen, Guardians

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Financial Management Directorate has a new app that’s saving comptroller customers time and eliminating the frustration of sitting in waiting areas for appointments.
July 17, 2024
AFIMSC to showcase installation tech, tools at AirVenture Oshkosh

Teams from the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center will demonstrate their cutting-edge technology along with that of the other five Air Force Materiel Command centers July 22-28 at the world’s largest fly-in airshow in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
May 7, 2024
AFIMSC tools deliver data-driven solutions across DAF

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Innovation and Improvement Division is transforming the way Airmen do business by integrating cutting-edge data-prep and data-visualization tools across the Department of the Air Force.
April 17, 2024
AFCEC streamlines CE work tasks with mobile IT initiative

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center recently introduced a new tool to help installations collect, manage and use civil engineering data more efficiently. The tool – a custom-designed mobile tab for the NexGen IT system – gives civil engineer field technicians a user-friendly option for accessing,
Feb. 22, 2024
AFIMSC spearheads AI innovation at industry forum

More than 120 industry, academic and government officials gathered Feb. 20-21 at the University of Texas at San Antonio Downtown Campus for the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Artificial Intelligence Industry Forum.
Jan. 3, 2024
AFIMSC releases 2023 year-in-review video

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has released its 2023 year-in-review highlight video and its associated webpage.
Nov. 9, 2023
DAF expanding childcare subletting app to all child development centers

An app that makes it easier to sublet short-term childcare slots will soon be available at all Department of the Air Force-run child development centers.
Sept. 26, 2023
AFIMSC I-WEPTAC 2023 MAWG 4 chair spotlight

Maj. Zachary Schumann, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron Engineering Flight commander, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C., is the chair for Mission Area Working Group 4 at the 2023 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference. The out-briefs will take place on Oct. 4 with the four
Sept. 20, 2023
AFIMSC I-WEPTAC 2023 MAWG 2 chair spotlight

Maj. Ronda Underwood, chief of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center Expeditionary Engineering Division at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, is the chair for Mission Area Working Group 2 at the 2023 AFIMSC Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference. The conference concludes Oct. 4
Sept. 19, 2023
AFIMSC I-WEPTAC 2023 MAWG 1 chair spotlight

Lt. Col. Ross Dotzlaf, chief of facility sustainment restoration and modernization in the AFIMSC Installation Support Directorate, is the chair for Mission Area Working Group 4 at the 2023 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference. The out-briefs will take place on Oct. 4, with
Aug. 22, 2023
AFIMSC hosts final combat support training range evaluation

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center closed out its combat support training ranges proof of concept exercises by hosting six days of unit-led training and a senior leader visit here Aug. 13-18.The CSTR initiative expands multi-functional training opportunities for installation and
July 25, 2023
AFMC Spark Tank open through Aug. 27

Air Force Materiel Command uniformed and civilian Airmen and Guardians are invited to submit their game-changing ideas now to compete in the AFMC Spark Tank: Integrated Capabilities Challenge, with the submission window open through Aug. 27.
July 24, 2023
Multi-capable equipment initiative wins 2023 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo

An idea to deliver multi-capable equipment for agile combat employment operations won the 2023 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo July 21 in San Antonio.
July 20, 2023
Automated scheduling could alleviate a huge burden for Airmen, Guardians

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Master Sgt. Michael Olsen, maintenance training manager for the 325th Maintenance Group, at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, created a mission readiness training scheduler to eliminate manual input required to schedule formal training courses. The hybrid
June 30, 2023
AFCEC innovations get CSAF, CSO “Momentum” funding

Two Air Force Civil Engineer Center innovation projects are getting a funding boost through the Chief of Staff for the Air Force and Chief of Space Operations Momentum Fund Fiscal Year 2023 awards.
June 15, 2023
AFIMSC announces 2023 Innovation Rodeo finalists

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center announced finalists today for the 2023 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo.
June 15, 2023
AFIMSC takes three AFMC continuous improvement, innovation awards

Primary subordinate units from the Air Installation and Mission Support Center won three categories at the 2023 Air Force Materiel Command Continuous Improvement (CPI) and Innovation Awards last month. The awards for 15 individual and team categories recognize significant contributions to 2022 AFMC
April 10, 2023
Wanted: Ideas for 2023 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo; $1M up for grabs

The run-up to the fifth annual Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo began April 10 with the start of a call-for-topics campaign.
Jan. 27, 2023
Innovation Industry Days 2023 fosters partnerships, delivers solutions to I&MS challenges

More than 2,000 small business, academic and government officials gathered Jan. 24-26 in San Antonio for Innovation Industry Days, a networking and educational event designed to foster partnerships and identify solutions to Department of the Air Force problems.
Dec. 13, 2022
2023 Innovation Industry Days open for registration

Registration is now open for the 2023 Innovation Industry Days in San Antonio.
Dec. 1, 2022
AFIMSC innovation ecosystem moves projects through ‘valley of death’

At AFIMSC, a network of project managers and subject matter experts are breaking down barriers and helping innovators test and implement ideas with potential to make work and life better for Airmen, Guardians and families.
Sept. 19, 2022
Mission Monday: U.S. Space Force support

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – It’s Mission Monday! Maj. Lukas Morse is the Future Enterprise Division deputy chief at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Detachment 1 Operating Location Alpha at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado.His primary responsibilities revolve
Aug. 22, 2022
Autonomous multi-functional airfield tractors idea wins 2022 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo

An idea for autonomous airfield operations won the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo Aug. 19 in San Antonio.
Aug. 15, 2022
In assessing his first year, Kendall sees achievement but many challenges ahead

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall reflects on his first year on the job.
Aug. 11, 2022
Officer’s idea could help preserve mission generation capabilities during contingencies

Lt. Col. Adam Wallace, chief innovation officer for the 375th Air Mobility Wing at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, one of eight finalists for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Aug. 9, 2022
Autonomous equipment could mitigate risk, increase productivity for airfield operations

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Maintenance can be a mundane, time-consuming endeavor. Craig Rednour, a project execution section supervisor with the 375th Civil Engineer Squadron at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, evaluated the time and risk involved with airfield maintenance and is
Aug. 8, 2022
Eglin team’s project targets significant bandwidth increase

Lt. Col. Kyle Kremer, director of operations for the 45th Test Squadron at Eglin AFB, Florida, is one of eight finalist for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Aug. 2, 2022
Defender introduces device that consolidates and eases access to gear

Tech. Sgt. Bryan Trumet, an action officer for the Air Force Security Forces Center’s concepts and innovations branch, is one of eight finalists for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo Aug. 19.
Aug. 2, 2022
New fitness center system could provide global 24/7 access

Staff Sgt. Anthony Davis, shift leader for the 6th Force Support Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, is a finalist for the 2022 Innovation Rodeo and will pitch his idea to a panel of AFIMSC leaders Aug. 19 in San Antonio.
Aug. 2, 2022
Procurement analyst’s business intelligence acquisition tool simplifies data collection process

Brandon Harris, a procurement analyst for the 50th Contracting Squadron at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado, is one of eight finalists for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
July 28, 2022
Chaplain proposes a virtual world that restores hope and healing

Chaplain (Capt.) Portmann Werner, a member of AFIMSC’s Chaplain Corps Division, is one of eight finalists for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
July 27, 2022
Keeping civilians in fighting shape

The Civilian Health Promotion Services was established in the Air Force Materiel Command to keep its civilian Airmen as fit as their active-duty counterparts. Its success has led to its recent expansion CONUS-wide.
July 27, 2022
Defender’s supply solution aims to save time for security forces squadrons

Staff Sgt. Dillan Whitehead, a flight sergeant for the 422nd Security Forces Squadron at RAF Croughton, England, is one of eight finalists for the 2022 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
July 26, 2022
AFIMSC announces 2022 Innovation Rodeo finalists

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center announced its finalists today for the 2022 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo.
July 5, 2022
New technologies drive Tyndall’s Installation of the Future rebuild

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, has been on a continuous innovation journey to become the Installation of the Future since Hurricane Michael devastated the installation in 2018.The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Natural Disaster Recovery Division has been
June 21, 2022
AFMC releases $8 million towards accelerating change, innovation

The funded projects support ongoing AFMC We Need efforts with an emphasis on technology, innovation, talent management and infrastructure across the mission.
May 31, 2022
Call for 2022 Innovation Rodeo ideas nears June 6 deadline

With less than a week to go in its annual call-for-topics campaign, the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is still accepting innovative ideas with the potential to change the Air Force. This year’s campaign theme is Accelerate Change through Innovation.
May 25, 2022
‘FORCECON 2022’ spurs collaboration, innovation for Air Force, industry, academia

The inaugural FORCECON 2022: Innovation – Technology – Gaming convention kicked off here with a collider event May 24-25 to spur collaboration between the military, industry and academia, with a goal of tackling some of the military’s toughest challenges in the areas of force development, and
May 10, 2022
Future-proofing installations following devastation of Hurricane Michael

In 2018, Hurricane Michael traveled through the Gulf of Mexico and decimated the infrastructure at Tyndall Air Force Base, and since the Air Force made the decision to rebuild, the base has consistently been referred to as the ‘Installation of the Future’.
May 6, 2022
Revised ‘Brown, Blue Book’ released

Tradition and heritage are themes found within the revamped foundational guides for Airmen to emulate throughout their career.
May 3, 2022
FORCECON 2022 AFIMSC industry day set for May 25

Industry, academia and government agencies have a chance to connect and collaborate about installation and mission support May 25 during FORCECON 2022: Innovation – Technology – Gaming at the Tech Port Center and Arena in San Antonio.
April 27, 2022
Innovation, technology and gaming collide May 24-29 at FORCECON 2022

Airmen and Guardians from across the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force are invited to take part in FORCECON 2022: Innovation – Technology – Gaming, an interactive industry and academia collider event and gaming competition being held at the Tech Port Center and Arena in San Antonio, Texas, May
April 26, 2022
AFIMSC command team seeks Innovation Rodeo ideas

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is seeking ideas for the fourth annual AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo.The call-for-topics campaign, open through June 6, gives military and civilian members of the Department of the Air Force’s mission and
April 14, 2022
AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo pitches: Where are they now?

Here's a look at some of the past AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo projects, currently in varying stages of research, development and execution.
March 31, 2022
Thinking outside the mailbox: Robins first base to get Intelligent Lockers

What started out as an Airman’s innovative idea to help his wingmen is now a reality at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia.The installation held a ribbon cutting ceremony March 30 for its recently installed Intelligent Lockers, giving the Airmen at the dormitories a centralized location to receive their
March 16, 2022
SNCO Academy’s enhanced curriculum development takes center stage during CSAF inaugural visit

Air Force SNCOA students took the opportunity to share their enhanced curriculum development with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., during his visit to Gunter Annex.
March 15, 2022
Ideas wanted for 2022 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo; at least $1M up for grabs

The run-up to the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s fourth annual Innovation Rodeo began this week with the start of a call-for-topics campaign.
March 8, 2022
Registration opens for I-WEPTAC 2022

Registration is now open for the Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference, the main innovation and collaboration forum for installation and mission support to the Air and Space Forces.
Feb. 7, 2022
AFIMSC innovations are changing the Air Force

Since standing up in 2015, the AFIMSC team has developed and implemented many innovations that have transformed the installation and mission support community and, in some cases, the entire Department of the Air Force.
Dec. 20, 2021
Eglin Fire goes electric

Firefighters swap gas-powered tools for energy-saving, environmentally friendly electric equipment carried on their emergency response vehicles.
Dec. 13, 2021
AFCEC demonstration explores new CE technologies

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – Air Force civil engineering experts are continuing to explore and merge new technologies to strengthen the service by accelerating change and enhancing CE capabilities. The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Planning and Integration and Readiness Directorates recently
Dec. 13, 2021
AFIMSC announces 2022 I-WEPTAC topics, seeks working group volunteers

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center has announced topics and chairs for the 2022 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference.
Oct. 26, 2021
AFIMSC Ventures accelerates change across I&MS enterprise

A small team of innovation experts at the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is empowering speed, innovation and change across the service.
Oct. 19, 2021
Kendall calls for ‘technically and operationally innovative approaches’ to meet logistics challenges

Kendall’s keynote remarks to the National Defense Transportation Association and the U.S. Transportation Command’s Fall Meeting offered in unvarnished terms the challenges facing the United States posed by China and what the U.S. must do to best maintain global stability.
Oct. 12, 2021
AFMC Spark Tank finalists announced

Air Force Materiel Command named its 2022 MAJCOM Spark Tank finalists during the command Senior Leader Conference, Oct. 8. Spark Tank brings forth the innovative knowledge and powers of Airmen and Guardians, reflecting leadership’s continued efforts to empower and provide them with a platform to
Oct. 5, 2021
Web-based enrollment streamlines visitor pass process

A new web-based enrollment system now deployed at several Air Force installations is streamlining the visitor pass process and reducing foot traffic at visitor control centers.
Sept. 10, 2021
AFIMSC seeks challenging I&MS topics for I-WEPTAC

The deadline to submit ideas to help shape the future of combat support is soon approaching. Submissions for the 2022 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference are due Sept. 15.
Aug. 9, 2021
Eastern National Robot Rodeo showcases EOD emerging capabilities

INDIAN HEAD, Md. – Explosive ordnance disposal and bomb squad experts in the Department of Defense and civilian sector tested the latest EOD robotics and emerging capabilities during the Eastern National Robot Rodeo and Capabilities Exercise Aug. 2-6 here.The Robot Rodeo, in its fifth year, was back
Aug. 6, 2021
AFIMSC tests installation events app

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is testing an installation community events mobile app aimed at building a sense of connectedness and camaraderie among Airmen.
Aug. 5, 2021
SA Innovation Summit takes on ‘accelerating change’

With the theme of Accelerate Change, the Department of the Air Force pushed innovation forward during the inaugural San Antonio Innovation Summit Aug. 3-4 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
July 30, 2021
Work begins on AFIMSC ‘Office of Future’

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is building and benchmarking a radically new way of working called the Office of the Future, or O2F.
July 27, 2021
AFCEC begins rollout of upgraded EOD imaging tech

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. – The Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Readiness Directorate has begun delivering upgraded portable imaging X-ray systems to explosive ordnance disposal flights around the Air Force. The new Vidisco Guardian 12 Digital Radiographic X-ray system enhances EOD capabilities
July 14, 2021
San Antonio Innovation Summit open for registration

Registration is now open for the inaugural San Antonio Innovation Summit. With the theme of Accelerate Change, the summit takes place Aug. 3-4 at the Henry B. González Convention Center.
July 13, 2021
Air Force accelerates innovation into action with Project Holodeck

As innovation continues apace across the Air Force, service leaders are focused on doing just that — empowering Airmen and accelerating the fielding and implementation of innovative ideas into tangible results.
June 25, 2021
Air Force tests child care subletting app

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is testing a mobile app designed to centralize and streamline the subletting of short-term slots at military child development centers this summer.
June 17, 2021
AFIMSC accelerates change across the enterprise with Big Data

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is improving data-driven decision making processes across the Air and Space Forces. The center hosted a Big Data Summit June 15-17 to share the its data management strategy, vision and ongoing efforts with key stakeholders.
May 10, 2021
AFICC/KU turns innovations into solutions, processes with iHub

The website encourages collaboration and increases shared knowledge between AFICC/KU, USAFE-AFAFRICA contracting squadrons and mission-focused business leaders, or MFBL, to spark innovations. Change agents can use the website as a filter for information to streamline processes or solve issues within
April 22, 2021
Teams deliver innovative solutions at I-WEPTAC

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Teams tasked with tackling the Air and Space Forces’ most challenging Agile Combat Support issues delivered their recommendations April 21 at the 2021 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference.
April 9, 2021
AFIMSC releases strategic plan

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center released a strategic plan April 9, outlining priorities and associated goals the center is pursuing to optimize delivery of installation and mission support to the Air Force and Space Force.
March 18, 2021
AFICC delivers innovative VR suicide prevention training to save lives

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – With a rise in suicides across the service, the Air Force Installation Contracting Center is helping leaders fast-track a pilot program at Air Mobility Command to help save lives.The virtual reality suicide training being tested at Scott AFB, Illinois, and
Feb. 23, 2021
30 years later, Desert Storm remains a powerful influence on Air, Space Forces

Today, 30 years after combat ended on Feb. 28, 1991, Desert Storm’s influence on the United States military, and especially the Air Force and Space Force, remain substantial and entrenched.
Feb. 8, 2021
Smart locker idea wins AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo

An idea for a smart locker mail system in base dorms won the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo Feb. 5 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.
Feb. 1, 2021
Trio wants to transform civil engineering with 3D modeling

Scott McClure, Master Sgt. Luke Rogan and Capt. Nathanael Kohl submitted an idea for a 3D structural scanner plan that was selected to be one of eight finalists at the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s Innovation Rodeo on Feb. 5.
Jan. 28, 2021
Virtual reality could transform wing exercises

Joseph Suddarth, assistant fire chief in the 96th Civil Engineer Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, is a finalist for the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Jan. 28, 2021
Eglin Airman’s simple idea could save lives

Staff Sgt. Eric Gonzalez, extinguisher maintenance manager for the 96th Civil Engineer Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, is a finalist for the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Jan. 28, 2021
‘Bots’ could improve financial processes, reduce errors

Dan Gibson, supervisory financial manager for the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, is a finalist for the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Jan. 26, 2021
Robins Airman looks to improve dorm life with smart lockers

One of eight 2021 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo finalists, Airman 1st Class Ricardo Morales has an idea for smart lockers: a mail locker system in base dorms for receiving and storing packages for Airmen.
Jan. 21, 2021
Defender seeks to save time, reduce traffic accidents with e-citation system

1st Lt. Tyler Moore, defense support flight officer in charge with the 366th Security Forces Squadron at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, is a finalist for the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Innovation Rodeo.
Jan. 20, 2021
Innovation Rodeo finalist seeks to increase security officer efficiency

Staff Sgt. Jordon Varnier, crime prevention program manager for the 30th Security Forces Squadron at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California, will have a chance to help develop a more innovative Air Force as he was selected to be one of eight finalists for the 2021 Air Force Installation and Mission
Jan. 14, 2021
Program analyst’s idea improves resource management reporting

2021 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo finalist Dan McDermott shares his idea for changing the Air Force.
Jan. 13, 2021
Meet the 2021 I-WEPTAC MAWG Chairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Meet the 2021 I-WEPTAC Mission Area Working Group chairs. The teams they lead are charged with helping shape the future of Air Force combat support by finding innovative solutions to today’s installation and mission support challenges.
Jan. 12, 2021
AFIMSC announces 2021 Innovation Rodeo finalists

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center announced finalists for the 2021 AFIMSC Innovation Rodeo.
Jan. 5, 2021
Air Force tests Wing Feedback App at JBSA

The Air Force is testing a new mobile app at Joint Base San Antonio that aims to give Airmen a convenient way to provide feedback or raise concerns about their experiences on the installation.
Dec. 10, 2020
New AFWERX Fellowship offers hands-on experience in driving innovation within the Air Force and Space Force

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFRL) – AFWERX invited Airmen and Space professionals to apply for its new Fellowship program during day three of the livestreamed AFWERX Accelerate event Dec. 9. Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne Bass emphasized the need to “educate Airmen”
Nov. 9, 2020
COMPUSEC automation delivers time, cost savings

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – A new computer security automated process, developed by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center, could mean significant time and cost savings for Airmen across the Air Force.A three-person team of AFICC Chief Information Officer Matt Seibert and
Nov. 5, 2020
Call for Innovation Rodeo ideas nears Dec. 1 deadline

With less than a month to go in their annual call-for-topics campaign, the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center is still looking for innovative ideas with potential to change the Air Force.
Oct. 22, 2020
AFCEC awarded patent for new runway repair technology

TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. - The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently granted the Air Force a patent for an innovative runway repair solution developed at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center. The formula, developed by members of AFCEC’s laboratory at Tyndall AFB, Florida, will allow Rapid
Sept. 9, 2020
LiDAR part of digital foundation for installations of future

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- Airborne imagery and light detecting and ranging (LiDAR) data collected under an Air Force enterprise installations contract began in 2016 continues to build and fortify the digital foundation for installations of the future, including hurricane stricken
Sept. 3, 2020
Summit charts future of installation, mission support innovation

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center delivered an in-depth look into the Air Force innovation ecosystem during its inaugural Worldwide Innovation Summit Sept. 1-2.
Sept. 1, 2020
AFIMSC seeks ideas for 2021 Innovation Rodeo

The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center kicks off its third annual Innovation Rodeo with a call-for-topics campaign starting Sept. 1. The campaign, open through Dec. 1, gives military and civilian members of mission support groups around the world a chance to win part of $1 million in
Aug. 31, 2020
AFIMSC provides AF with innovative post-COVID workspace options

The Air Force Civil Engineer Center and the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Ventures innovation office are developing a viable plan that will optimize telework operations for the enterprise.
Aug. 21, 2020
AFWERX Austin Hub attracts visit from SECAF, CSAF, CMSAF

The trip marks their first combined visit with Airmen in the field since Brown and Bass were sworn in as the service’s senior uniformed officer and enlisted leaders, demonstrating the importance of innovation efforts to the enterprise.
Aug. 13, 2020
Online emission inspection system saves money and air quality

More than 60 Air Force installations are reaping savings and the benefits of improved air quality, thanks to the continued use of an online vehicle air emission inspection and compliance system that is estimated to be saving the Air Force over $11.8 million annually. The Air Force Civil Engineer
Aug. 4, 2020
AFWERX event spotlights Tyndall as base of future

By harnessing the innovation potential of AFWERX, the sky is the limit for rebuilding Tyndall as a base of the future.
June 10, 2020
#IAMIMSC: Emilie Miller

Meet Emilie Miller, Innovation Program Analyst with the AFIMSC Expeditionary Support Directorate at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.
May 20, 2020
Air University, Arizona State University partner to transform online PME

Air University partnered with Arizona State University, one of America’s leading public research universities with advanced learning and support systems, to transform the distance learning experience for Air Force officers and civilians worldwide.

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