How to Overcome Legacy IT Challenges: Lessons from the U.S. Air Force CIO

How to Overcome Legacy IT Challenges: Lessons from the U.S. Air Force CIO

AI is redefining industrial and manufacturing operations, but innovation at speed brings real challenges, including legacy systems, tech-debt and ethical risks. The U.S. Air Force is approaching these challenges head-on with a strategy built on resilience, governance and future-proof design.

Deepak Sachdeva, Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Air Force, is driving initiatives that balance cutting-edge AI with security, compliance and operational continuity. With a focus on modular architectures, hybrid data strategies and the ethical frameworks that scale without compromising trust.

In this exclusive interview, you will discover:

  • How the U.S. Air Force bridges legacy systems with modern AI without disrupting mission-critical operations
  • Steps to embed ethics and governance into every AI deployment
  • Why hybrid data models deliver resilience in connected environments.