Workforce Acceleration & Recapitalization Incentive Implementation

The Department of Defense is advancing a Workforce Acceleration and Recapitalization Initiative to strengthen national security through a more agile and high-performing civilian workforce. Recognizing that structural changes alone aren’t enough, leadership is directing targeted use of awards, bonuses, and new merit-based incentives to attract and retain top talent. Supervisors are urged to ensure fair, meaningful performance assessments to drive real distinctions in employee contributions. Upcoming recommendations will shape a more dynamic, mission-ready civilian force for the challenges ahead.