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Holiday Heroes: Civilian Marines pay it forward year ‘round December 19, 2016 — Not all heroes wear capes. Cliché perhaps, but nonetheless true. For many, the holidays bring a spirit of giving and a desire to help others. For five Marine Corps Systems Command employees, giving to and helping others are year-round resolutions. They demonstrate compassion for others as they support Marines on the job, and use their spare time, skills and in some cases money to improve the lives of people both inside and outside the gate. Meet MCSC’s “Holiday Heroes.” MORE

Marines to get smart phones to call in fire support December 16, 2016 — 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 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. The system is an upgrade to the Corps’ current Target Handoff System and is made up of a laser range finder, video down link receiver and a combat net radio. MORE

Government ‘trade-ins’ help Corps modernize gear for fleet December 13, 2016 — Marine Corps Systems Command’s Combat Support Systems is exploring ways to get Marines the equipment they need faster and at no additional cost. MORE

Corps leverages U.S. Army program for next-gen situational awareness December 5, 2016 — Several Marine Corps ground vehicles are getting an upgrade, thanks to an Army-Marine Corps program called Joint Battle Command-Platform. JBC-P gives commanders across the battlespace better command, control and situational awareness than ever before. MORE

Acquisition pros hit the range to improve ammo for Marines November 17, 2016 — Marine Corps Systems Command is proactively seeking feedback on the products developed and delivered by the command to maintain technological dominance, now and in the future. Last month, MCSC’s Ammunition Program Management Office participated in a field artillery demonstration at Marine Corps Training and Education Command aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, to gain first-hand experience of field artillery Marines in action and their role in the Marine Air Ground Task Force. During the demonstration MCSC experts experienced the full spectrum of operations of a field artillery unit, from the inner workings of a fire direction center to the live firing of the M777 howitzer. MORE

Marines, Sailors get upgrades to flame resistant uniform November 9, 2016 — Marines will soon receive updated flame resistant uniforms, making them less susceptible to severe burns. The Enhanced Fire Resistant Combat Ensemble is the latest upgrade to the Corps’ Flame Resistant Combat Ensemble inventory, updating a long-sleeve shirt and trousers with a new flame resistant material that allows the uniform to self-extinguish reducing the incidence and severity of burn injuries. MORE

Corps’ tactical medical software ensures continuity of care from injury to recovery November 4, 2016 — The Theater Medical Information Program-Marine Corps gives medical personnel access to electronic health records in deployed environments, enabling better treatment for injured and ill Marines at every point of care, from injury to recovery. TMIP-MC is the Corps’ version of the joint medical software that supports medical providers in tactical environments, developed by the Military Health System’s Joint Operational Medicine Information Systems Program Office. The program’s suite of applications allows medical personnel supporting expeditionary forces access to military-wide electronic health records, the ability to resupply blood, order equipment and supplies, and track patient movements to provide the best medical attention for Marines in need regardless of their location. MORE

New comptroller takes helm at MCSC November 3, 2016 — Marine Corps Systems Command inducted its newest senior executive during a ceremony at Marine Corps Base Quantico’s Harry Lee Hall Oct. 27. Jaimie Reese took the oath to become a member of the Senior Executive Service and assume responsibility as comptroller for the acquisition command of the Marine Corps. In her new role, Reese directs and controls the full range of comptroller responsibilities associated with planning, programming, budgeting (formulation and execution) and accounting for all Procurement-Marine Corps and acquisition research and development. She is also responsible for operation and maintenance funds required for the day-to-day operations of MCSC, the Marine Corps Tactical Systems Support Activity, and affiliated Program Executive Officers. MORE

Marine Corps cyber acquisition just got faster October 11, 2016 — This summer Marine Corps Systems Command’s Cyber Advisory Team completed its first emergency cyber acquisition as part of a new process designed to more quickly respond to the cyber warfighting needs of the force. MORE

Corps expands new grassroots tech, helps commanders tackle suicide September 28, 2016 — The Marine Corps is investing in the health of Marines with a new force preservation tool to proactively combat suicide and identify at-risk service members. The Integrated Clinical Management and Risk Mitigation System is an automated electronic risk assessment tool that gives commanders better visibility into the wellbeing of their Marines. MORE

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