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Rewriting the Code of War: Inside the Army’s NGC2 Ecosystem

Exercise Lightning Surge 1, the 25th Infantry Division (25ID) isn't just testing equipment; they are fundamentally rewriting how the Army communicates. As one of only two divisions selected to experiment with NGC2, the "Tropic Lightning" division is the primary testing ground for "Transformation in Contact"—the Army's strategy to iterate technology in the hands of soldiers rather than in a lab. #USArmy #25ID #TropicLightning #LightningSurge #NGC2 #MilitaryTech #ArmyModernization #SchofieldBarracks #IndoPacific #TransformationInContact Specific Technologies Tested at Schofield Barracks The focus of this exercise is moving away from "swivel chair" operations—where Soldiers must manually transfer data between different screens—toward a unified digital environment. Common Data Layer (CDL): This is the "brain" of the operation. Developed with partners like Lockheed Martin and Raft, it unifies data from diverse sensors and systems into a single source of truth. When information is updated in the CDL, it’s updated for everyone simultaneously. AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP): AI tools are being used to automate "spot reporting." Instead of typing out lengthy reports, soldiers can use voice or chat NLP to feed data into the system, which AI then organizes for the commander. Android Team Awareness Kit (ATAK): Soldiers on the ground use ATAK on ruggedized handheld devices to see the "Common Operating Picture" in real time. This allows a platoon leader to see exactly where their squads are and what threats are nearby on a digital map. Edge Computing & Resilient Transport: To survive in a "contested" environment where the enemy might jam signals, NGC2 uses radios that act as adaptive network gateways. These can switch between different waveforms (like TSM or Wraith) to ensure data keeps flowing even if one path is blocked. The 25th ID's Role in the Pacific The 25ID is uniquely suited for this role because of its location. The Indo-Pacific theater presents challenges that can't be replicated in a stateside office: Extreme Environments: Testing how digital systems hold up in the humidity and density of the Hawaiian jungle is critical. If a system fails in the mud of Schofield Barracks, it won't work in the archipelagos of the Pacific. Maritime and Island Ops: The 25ID focuses on Large Scale Combat Operations (LSCO) across vast distances. NGC2 is designed to bridge the gap between a high-level command post and a small unit on a remote island. Rapid Iteration: The division is moving fast. Lightning Surge 2 is already scheduled for February 2026, where they will pivot from general situational awareness to testing specific "fires" (artillery and strike) mission threads. Army's 'Lightning Surge' brings AI-supported tech to Hawaii This news report provides a visual overview of how the 25th Infantry Division is integrating these new AI and data platforms during the exercise at Schofield Barracks. Would you like to know more about the "Transformation in Contact" initiative or how these AI tools specifically handle battlefield data? archive SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HAWAII, UNITED STATES 01.23.2026 U.S. Army Lt. Col. Andrew Batule, innovation officer, and Capt. Andre Smith, signal officer, both with the 25th Infantry Division, discuss next-generation command and control (NGC2) during Exercise Lightning Surge one at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Jan. 23, 2026. During the exercise, data from multiple systems is fed into the Army's NGC2 ecosystem, providing Soldiers at the tactical edge with real-time information to increase situational awareness. (U.S. Army video by Sgt. Duke Edwards) Without 25 Infantry Division logo Film Credits: Video by Sgt. Duke Edwards 25th Infantry Division