Software Factory 2.0 Operating Model for DoW Software

This document is a technical report detailing the Software Factory 2.0 (SWF 2.0) operating model for the Department of War (DoW) mission software. It outlines the need for a fundamental change in how the DoW delivers software, emphasizing that software should be treated as a warfighting capability rather than a cost center. The report identifies systemic failures of the previous model, SWF 1.0, which was hindered by bureaucratic inefficiencies and mission dilution. SWF 2.0 aims to address these issues by institutionalizing continuity, focusing on mission value streams, and enforcing accountability. The report presents three core imperatives: redefining requirements, resourcing, and acquisitions to enable continuous delivery of impactful software. It emphasizes the importance of aligning software delivery with mission outcomes and adapting funding models to support agile development. The document concludes that SWF 2.0 is designed to optimize learning and adaptability in a rapidly evolving threat environment, ensuring that software delivery is mission-focused and effective.