As US and coalition force levels continue to increase in theaters around the globe, only this event leads the defense sector in identifying what’s hot and what’s next in combat ID!

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Clear explanations, illustrations, just great!”

Joseph Lukowski, Force Protection Battlelab, USAF

Good to see requirements defined for industry to understand priorities. Hugely beneficial from a NATO perspective.

Jim Howard, L-3 Communications

Well run event!

Jeff Gareri, Lockheed Martin Company

IDGA’s 5th Annual Combat ID & Force Tracking offers a comprehensive view of the opportunities, challenges, and successes in combat identification today. This year’s event will have a strong emphasis on interoperability between service branches, coalition forces, and systems, with special consideration given to the evolving JBC-P CDD.

As coalition relationships mature, interoperability of US and coalition systems continues to need close attention. Two interactive pre and post-conference workshop days will examine in-depth the challenges and opportunities of establishing interoperable systems.

Topics to be Discussed Include:

The status and eventual impact of JBC-P CDD
Interoperability updates from NATO
Communication issues including bandwidth, spectrum, and transmission mediums
Portability issues and advancements of tracking systems
Preventing fratricide
The role of UAVs in combat ID

Distinguished Speakers Include:

Ms. Robin R. L. Quinlan - Deputy Director, Joint Forces Integration Office of the Secretary of Defense Under Secretary (AT&L)
Lieutenant Colonel Paul M Kelly MBE Royal Signals C4ISR – Land British Defence Staff-United States
Mike Kelley - Deputy Armor TCM Platform Command/Combat Identification
Dr. John K. Hawley - Chief USARL HRED, Ft. Bliss Element
Alex Urrutia - Director, Joint Capability Management Division, HQ USJFCOM/J82
LTC Dave Grauel - Product Manager, FBCB2-Blue Force Tracking
Lou Durkac, JFCOM J-85
Al Abejon – Program Manager, Blue Force Tracking Aviation, Speaking Session Update! Al Abejon now speaking at 2:00PM on June 24th!
And many more!

Do not delay – mark your calendars and reserve your seat by registering today!

If you are not yet ready to register, feel free to request a reminder nearer the time .

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