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23 and Me (And My Small Business)
Small businesses may find selling to the Department of Defense (DoD) an appealing and compelling opportunity, with billions of dollars...
Dean Brabant
Jun 262 min read


Navigating OTAs and CSOs: A Strategic Imperative for Defense Contractors
Navigating OTAs and CSOs: A Strategic Imperative for Defense Contractors The consensus is clear across the defense community—from pundits...
Dean Brabant
Jun 251 min read


Recent Developments in U.S. Government Defense Acquisition Policy (June 2-7, 2025)
1. Executive Summary The week of June 2-7, 2025, marked a period of significant activity in U.S. government defense acquisition policy,...
Dean Brabant
Jun 1617 min read
Building Momentum
The convergence of recent Executive Orders, including EO 14271 and EO 14265, the appointment of Michael Duffy as USD(A&S) Senior Defense...
Dean Brabant
Jun 61 min read


Disrupting the Defense Ecosystem
The defense ecosystem encompasses various unhealthy, commensalistic business relationships, often driven by its highly evolved leading...
Dean Brabant
May 231 min read


Navigating the Complex DoD Contracting Landscape with Illumina Consulting LLC
In today's competitive defense contracting environment, having the right partner can be the difference between contract success and...
Dean Brabant
Apr 71 min read


Accelerating Defense Sector Growth with the Specialized Expertise of Illumina Consulting LLC
For companies aiming to establish or expand their presence in Department of Defense contracting, specialized knowledge isn't just...
Dean Brabant
Apr 71 min read
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