Salesforce Wins U.S. Air Force Fleet Deal Worth $13.5 Billion
Salesforce (CRM) announced that the U.S. Air Force's 441st Vehicle Support Chain Operations Squadron is using its Missionforce National Security platform to manage a $13.5 billion fleet. This contract marks a significant step in the company's expansion into the defense sector.
Key Numbers
Salesforce (CRM) announced that the U.S. Air Force's 441st Vehicle Support Chain Operations Squadron is deploying its Missionforce National Security platform on Government Cloud Plus Defense to manage a fleet of over 84,000 vehicles across nearly 389 locations, with a total value of $13.5 billion.
The Product
Missionforce National Security is an IL5-authorized, always-on logistics backbone that replaces a legacy system. It positions the Air Force for future AI applications such as predictive maintenance.
Pricing and Availability
Salesforce did not disclose pricing details for the contract. The platform is currently available to the U.S. Air Force via Government Cloud Plus Defense, a dedicated cloud for government agencies.
Competition
Salesforce competes with Oracle and SAP in government fleet management solutions, but its IL5 authorization gives it a competitive edge in the defense market.
Potential Impact on Salesforce
This contract signals Salesforce's ability to penetrate the government and military sector, potentially leading to similar deals with other federal agencies. It also strengthens its position in high-security cloud computing.
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