How did the concept of Integrator and Transition Partner matching come about? Why is this strategy being used for SBIR CATALYST funding?

The program will strengthen alignment of technology exploration and development with building the Army of 2030, synergize Army investments with Integrators, and drive down transition risk through a shared-risk structure and matching funding. Many technologies fail to transition or make it beyond development. This structure helps reduce the investing risk while also increasing the funding to address transition-related challenges.