Question

In 600 words, answer the following

1) Why has the transfer of defense technologies to domestic first responder agencies (law enforcement, fire, and medical) been so lackluster?

2) What might be ways to improve defense technology transfer to first responder agencies?

Answer 1

Solution:

1. The transfer of technology depends on a variety of factors that are to be considered before making an effective operational setup. The purpose of the defense technologies has been very clear from the beginning and there have been little doubts over the nature of the transfer of the technologies. Some of the technologies that are designed are meant for the defense only and hence the transfer of such a technology is either prohibited or not advised for military safety reasons. Hence, the transfer of technology to first responder agencies has been lackluster.
   
   There is not clearly defined regulation that defines the type of transferable technologies and facilitates the transfer of such technologies efficiently. Such regulations make things concrete and it helps in understanding the reasons behind the poor transfer of the technology to the first responder agencies. This makes the difference seem big because of the lack of sophisticated defense technologies and hence it is advised that a regulatory body with clear regulations would improve the scenario.
   
   This is how the transfer of technologies to first responder agencies has been lackluster.
   
2. In order to improve the state of transfer of defense technologies to first responder agencies, it is necessary that there should be clear communication involved, clear policies to govern the transfer of the defense technologies along with any added instructions making the transfer of defense technologies smooth and effective. Implementation and monitoring are crucial in making the transfer of technologies effective.
   
   Another way to improve the transfer of technologies is to use the digital route which is highly transparent and helps inaccessibility from anywhere. Also, the management and operations become easy because of the online operations and also helps in making the process more streamlined and effective.
   
   These are some of the ways in which we can improve the state of transfer of defense technologies to the first responder agencies.