MPM Version 26.07.21 Now Available

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The SAF/AQXP Strategic Change Management (SCM) team has released Modernization Process Model (MPM) Version 26.07.21, continuing its commitment to providing the acquisition workforce with timely, authoritative, and integrated process guidance. This release incorporates recent Department of the Air Force organizational changes, expands the Software Acquisition Pathway, and updates key acquisition references to ensure practitioners have access to the latest policy, guidance, and process information. Supporting the Transition from PEO to PAE To align with the Department of the Air Force’s transition from Program Executive Officers (PEOs) to Portfolio Acquisition Executives (PAEs), the MPM has been comprehensively updated throughout the model. Changes include process names, descriptions, performers, owners, inputs and outputs, specialized views, diagrams, and user guidance… Read More

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SAF/AQXP SCM Team Updates Modernization Process Model Following Release of DAFI 65-601, Volume 1

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The SAF/AQXP SCM Team has updated the Modernization Process Model (MPM) to align with the recently released DAFI 65-601, Volume 1, Budget Guidance and Procedures, published on 6 May 2026. This update ensures the MPM remains current with Department of the Air Force budget guidance and continues to provide an accurate representation of the processes, governance, and resource management activities that support modernization efforts. By incorporating the latest budget policies and procedures, the updated model strengthens the connection between modernization planning and budget execution.

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MPM Update: New Cyber Developmental Test & Evaluation Process Added

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The Modernization Process Model (MPM) has been enhanced with the addition of 1.4.5.1.5.1 – Conduct Cyber Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) and supporting subprocess 1.4.5.1.5.1.1. Aligned with the Cyber DT&E Iterative Process described in DoWM 5000.103, this new content provides a structured framework for planning, preparing, executing, evaluating, and reporting cybersecurity testing activities throughout the system lifecycle. The process flow illustrates how Cyber Working Groups (CyWGs), threat assessments, attack surface characterization, criticality analysis, Mission-Based Cyber Risk Assessments (MBCRAs), and mission-focused testing activities work together to identify vulnerabilities, assess cyber resilience, and support risk-informed decision making. In addition to the new Cyber DT&E content, the OUSD Producibility and Manufacturability Engineering Guide has been… Read More

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Data Standardization and Documentation Updates

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The Modernization Process Model (MPM) team has released Version 26.05.11, focused on improving data consistency and updating supporting documentation across the MPM environment. This release continues ongoing efforts to improve usability, governance, and standardization within MPM by aligning key data elements and ensuring supporting references remain current and accessible.

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