On cspan2. Next we hear from policy experts on the role of software in defense deptment systems and its use for innovation they also talk about the defense departments culture to enhance modernization and attract talent. This is held by the House Armed Services committee. The subcommittee will come to order. I ask unanimous consent that the chair be authorized to declare recess at any time. Without objection, ordered. Good morning, everyone, thank you for attending. We are here today to discuss one of the most critical enablers within the u. S. Arsenal, software. Software that the war fighter uses is krucial to our ability to conduct operations in the air, in the sea, on land, in spice and in cyberspace. Aircraft carriers will be able to leave you are pier, we expect that the systems and code that we rye rely on will work when needed. Despite this criticality we see a department that collectively struggles in procuring, operating, and prioritizing software. Congress do know when someth