Software Factory 2.0: A New Operating Model for DoW Mission Software

Software Factory 2.0 proposes a new operating model for military mission software that treats software delivery as a warfighting capability rather than an IT support function. It addresses widespread federal project failure by replacing rigid requirements, multi-year funding, and traditional acquisition with continuous discovery, capacity-based resourcing, and outcome-oriented contracting. Small, empowered teams aligned to mission value streams rapidly deliver solutions directly into production, where success is measured by operational impact, user outcomes, and delivery performance. By integrating operations, acquisition, and development, the model emphasizes learning, adaptability, and accountability to improve readiness and mission effectiveness in fast-changing threat environments.