NTSA Launches NTSA Connect to Build MS&T Community

NTSA Connect, an online community for modeling, simulation and training (MS&T) professionals is ready to use. The platform will help users connect with like-minded individuals from industry, government, and academia in addition to NTSA's staff and membership base; stay up to date on NTSA upcoming events, ongoing whitepapers, new policies, announcements, and much more; network with colleagues; and collaborate on projects to further any given community's mission and vision.

NTSA President James Robb, retired Rear Admiral U.S. Navy,welcomes users to the platform:

“Thank you for your ongoing support of NTSA, your commitmentto our Association enables the success of our warfighter-focused mission. Tofurther strengthen relationships within our Association, I am honored towelcome you to NTSA Connect! The NTSA team is excited about our new onlineresource and all it enables—including conversation, connection, andcollaboration.

“NTSA Connect will provide a reliable source of informationfor topics related to the defense industrial base and supply chain, news aboutassociation happenings and event updates, as well as broad content related tonational security and defense. We are confident that NTSA Connect will fosterprogress and innovation in your personal and professional lives by expandingboth your knowledge base and network.

“Our initial launch will begin with a single generalcommunity called the "Agenda" where NTSA members can read, post, andshare content. Two weeks ago, NDIA used a soft roll-out to rapidly establish aCOVID-19 Response discussion to address challenges associated with thepandemic. We are now happy to offer access to this discussion and the rest ofthe platform to all members. Within the next few months, we will roll outI/ITSEC and other community pages. Until then, I invite you to post yourquestions and answers, upload your materials, and connect with other modeling,simulation and training professionals in the NTSA Agenda.”