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The Joint Operational Energy Command and Control program, initiated in 2014, is focusing on customizing commercial fuel monitoring systems to automate fuel tracking for fleet vehicles and generators. Still in testing, the system will read microchips embedded in the fuel valves of refueling trucks as they resupply fuel-powered assets. Data will then be sent wirelessly to the commander for a visual representation of energy consumption. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Christine In) - The Joint Operational Energy Command and Control program, initiated in 2014, is focusing on customizing commercial fuel monitoring systems to automate fuel tracking for fleet vehicles and generators. Still in testing, the system will read microchips embedded in the fuel valves of refueling trucks as they resupply fuel-powered assets. Data will then be sent wirelessly to the commander for a visual representation of energy consumption. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Christine In)

The Marine Corps officially transitioned to sustainment the official data source Marines use to assess manpower and equipment requirements. Total Force Structure Management System is the robust enterprise system that receives, processes, stores and disseminates force structure information for the entire Marine Corps. This information depicts how a specific unit is organized in terms of number, types of personnel and associated equipment in order to perform assigned missions. Data is then used by leaders at all levels to determine current and future strategic needs. (U.S. Marine Corps illustration by Jennifer Sevier) - The Marine Corps officially transitioned to sustainment the official data source Marines use to assess manpower and equipment requirements. Total Force Structure Management System is the robust enterprise system that receives, processes, stores and disseminates force structure information for the entire Marine Corps. This information depicts how a specific unit is organized in terms of number, types of personnel and associated equipment in order to perform assigned missions. Data is then used by leaders at all levels to determine current and future strategic needs. (U.S. Marine Corps illustration by Jennifer Sevier)

Master Sgt. Kevin Morris, project officer for Marine Corps Water Systems at Marine Corps Systems Command, prepares the Individual Water Purification System II for safe, drinkable water straight from the source. IWPS II is an upgrade to the current IWPS issued to all Marines. The handheld, tube-like water purification system provides individual Marines with the ability to quickly obtain drinkable water on the go without the need of power and assembly. IWPS II will allow Marines to be able to instantly quench their thirst in isolated locations or emergency situations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo) - Master Sgt. Kevin Morris, project officer for Marine Corps Water Systems at Marine Corps Systems Command, prepares the Individual Water Purification System II for safe, drinkable water straight from the source. IWPS II is an upgrade to the current IWPS issued to all Marines. The handheld, tube-like water purification system provides individual Marines with the ability to quickly obtain drinkable water on the go without the need of power and assembly. IWPS II will allow Marines to be able to instantly quench their thirst in isolated locations or emergency situations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)

Staff Sgt. Aldo Gongora with School of Infantry–East from Camp Lejeune, N.C., evaluates a helmet retention system during an Infantry Equipping Challenge limited user evaluation in December aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. The Infantry Equipping Challenge is an ongoing effort at Marine Corps Systems Command to leverage new and emerging technologies from industry to enhance the capability of Infantry Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo) - Staff Sgt. Aldo Gongora with School of Infantry–East from Camp Lejeune, N.C., evaluates a helmet retention system during an Infantry Equipping Challenge limited user evaluation in December aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. The Infantry Equipping Challenge is an ongoing effort at Marine Corps Systems Command to leverage new and emerging technologies from industry to enhance the capability of Infantry Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Ashley Calingo)

This fiscal year Marines will receive smart phones that make calling for fire support easier, quicker and more accurate. The Target Handoff System Version 2, or THS V.2, is a portable system designed for use by dismounted Marines to locate targets, pinpoint global positioning coordinates and call for close air, artillery and naval fire support using secure digital communications. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Laws) - This fiscal year Marines will receive smart phones that make calling for fire support easier, quicker and more accurate. The Target Handoff System Version 2, or THS V.2, is a portable system designed for use by dismounted Marines to locate targets, pinpoint global positioning coordinates and call for close air, artillery and naval fire support using secure digital communications. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Laws)

Marine Corps Systems Command Combat Support Systems Equipment Exchange Initiative is exploring new ways to get Marines the equipment they need faster. MCSC initiated the program in 2014 to maximize opportunities to trade-in equipment for more modern replacements at no additional cost to the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexander Mitchell) - Marine Corps Systems Command Combat Support Systems Equipment Exchange Initiative is exploring new ways to get Marines the equipment they need faster. MCSC initiated the program in 2014 to maximize opportunities to trade-in equipment for more modern replacements at no additional cost to the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alexander Mitchell)

Cpl. Kyle Denny with 3rd Light Armor Reconnaissance, 1st Marine Division, from Twentynine Palms, Calif., does a system check on a Joint Battle Command-Platform during Network Integration Evaluation 14.1 in November 2013 at McGregor Range, N.M. JBC-P is an Army-Marine Corps program that enhances command and control, and situational awareness. Marine Corps Systems Command has fielded nearly 1,100 of the systems to several vehicle platforms since July. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Candice Harrison) - Cpl. Kyle Denny with 3rd Light Armor Reconnaissance, 1st Marine Division, from Twentynine Palms, Calif., does a system check on a Joint Battle Command-Platform during Network Integration Evaluation 14.1 in November 2013 at McGregor Range, N.M. JBC-P is an Army-Marine Corps program that enhances command and control, and situational awareness. Marine Corps Systems Command has fielded nearly 1,100 of the systems to several vehicle platforms since July. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Candice Harrison)

Marines from Training and Education Command fire the M777 Lightweight 155mm Howitzer during a demonstration Oct. 20, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. During the demonstration, employees from Marine Corps Systems Command’s Ammunition Program Management Office gained first-hand experience of field artillery Marines in action to inform their work behind the scenes at MCSC. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mathuel Browne) - Marines from Training and Education Command fire the M777 Lightweight 155mm Howitzer during a demonstration Oct. 20, aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va. During the demonstration, employees from Marine Corps Systems Command’s Ammunition Program Management Office gained first-hand experience of field artillery Marines in action to inform their work behind the scenes at MCSC. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mathuel Browne)