Untangling the Upgrade: A Leader's Guide to Mastering IT Schedules and Saving Millions

Dr. David F. Bigelow is a retired U.S. Army Major and a leading authority on high-stakes logistics and IT project impacts. With a career forged in environments where "reliability" is a matter of national security, Dr. Bigelow specializes in helping organizations navigate the volatile intersection of technology, procurement, and leadership.His professional portfolio includes senior leadership roles in project management, contracting, and supply chain within the aerospace sector. He has overseen complex, multi-million dollar contracts for industry titans such as Lockheed Martin Space Systems and United Launch Alliance (ULA), where he played a pivotal role in shaping the acquisition strategy for assured access to space and supervising quality assurance for critical defense programs.A highly decorated Airborne Ranger with tours across Europe and combat tours in the Middle East, Dr. Bigelow's military service provides the foundation for his approach to IT upgrades: a blend of tactical precision, leadership under pressure, and a deep understanding of the operational risks inherent in technical failures.Dr. Bigelow holds a Doctor of Business Administration, a credential that allows him to bridge the gap between rigorous academic research and hands-on operational excellence. As the CEO of AAA1 Supplies and Services, he is dedicated to transforming complex IT upgrade schedules from fiscal drains into strategic assets.He currently resides in Thornton, Colorado, with his lovely wife Karen where he continues to consult and lecture on IT management, aerospace project management and supply chain resilience.