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July 6, 2026
The defense workforce company brings its learning, readiness, AI, and operational tools onto one IL-4–authorized platform, available to customers now. LEXINGTON, Ky. — July 7, 2026 — BG Workforce Solutions today introduced the Omnis Workforce Modernization Suite (Omnis Suite or Omnis), a single platform that brings together the tools defense organizations use to qualify their people and keep them performing on the job. Every product in the suite is available to customers now. The Omnis Suite marks BG Workforce’s most visible investment into customer-aligned development yet. The company earned its reputation on the ground: training defense workers and standing up advanced-manufacturing facilities including the Forge at Schofield Barracks and the Advanced Manufacturing Training School at Honolulu Community College. That advanced-manufacturing track record now includes a new partnership with America Makes, the national additive-manufacturing institute. Omnis is what the company built to support that work, and it is now available to defense customers as a single platform. “For years our customers bought our training and our manufacturing expertise, then went looking for software to support it,” said Kevin Beamish, Chief Operating Officer of BG Workforce Solutions. “Omnis is that software, built by the people who do the work. It closes the gap between what a technician learns in a classroom and what that technician does on the floor.” The Omnis Workforce Modernization Suite includes five products: Proximus guides maintenance, inspection, and logistics work at the point of task, so a technician follows the current procedure on a tablet instead of a paper binder. Cognis runs training and certification, from course delivery and assessments to the records that document who completed what. Certis tracks workforce readiness — the skills, certifications, and qualifications that determine who can be assigned to a job. Orbis is the suite’s AI layer. It builds secure assistants trained on an organization’s own procedures, and its vision-based tools watch a task and coach a technician through it. Nodus connects the products to one another and to the systems an organization already runs. Every product in the suite will operate in a DoD Impact Level 4 (IL-4) and is designed to achieve IL-5 and IL-6 quickly as customer missions require. “People are tired of trying to make five different tools talk to each other coherently,” said Kevin Crawford, Chief Technology Officer of BG Workforce Solutions. “Omnis provides a centralized data environment where training, certifications, skills, and operational performance are connected, giving leaders a comprehensive view of workforce readiness across the entire enterprise.” BG Workforce Solutions is CMMC 2.0 certified and is pursuing increasingly higher authorization levels for the Omnis Suite. About BG Workforce Solutions BG Workforce Solutions is a defense-focused workforce development and advanced manufacturing company headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. The company trains and qualifies personnel for the Department of War and the defense industrial base, operates advanced-manufacturing facilities in Hawaii, and builds the software and robotics that support defense readiness. Learn more at bgworkforce.com. Media Contact Bruce Fryer Future Pact bruce@futurepact.com
March 23, 2026
Project VIPER — Visual Inspection of Performance Evaluation in Real-time — to make its public debut at the Defense Manufacturing Conference in Orlando
January 9, 2026
HONOLULU, HI — [January, 09, 2026] — BG Workforce Solutions (BGWS) announced today that it has joined the Military Affairs Council (MAC), reinforcing BGWS’s commitment to strengthening U.S. military readiness in the Indo-Pacific by expanding local workforce development, training innovation, and public-private collaboration across Hawai‘i. BGWS supports mission-critical workforce and training initiatives that help accelerate qualification timelines, standardize work execution, and improve maintenance and production outcomes. Through its engagement with MAC, BGWS will collaborate with defense leaders, industry partners, and local stakeholders to help scale practical solutions that improve readiness and build durable talent pipelines. “Joining the Military Affairs Council is a natural step for BG Workforce Solutions,” said Kevin Beamish, Chief Operating Officer at BGWS. “MAC is a trusted convening force in Hawai‘i’s defense ecosystem, and we’re looking forward to contributing—especially where training modernization, workforce readiness, and operational outcomes intersect.” BGWS’s membership builds on the company’s ongoing commitment to the region and its focus on enabling integrated training and production pathways that can serve both military requirements and local industry needs. BGWS expects to engage actively across MAC’s programming and stakeholder network in the months ahead, contributing to conversations that support readiness, sustainment, and workforce development for Hawai‘i’s defense community. About BG Workforce Solutions BG Workforce Solutions (BGWS) partners with military and industry stakeholders to modernize training, standardize work execution, and strengthen workforce readiness. BGWS builds enabling systems that connect instruction, work packages, quality gates, and governed execution—helping teams train faster, operate consistently, and deliver measurable readiness outcomes. About the Military Affairs Council (MAC) The Military Affairs Council supports Hawai‘i’s defense community by convening military, government, and industry leaders to advance policies and partnerships that strengthen readiness, resilience, and local economic impact. # # #
August 13, 2025
HONOLULU, HI, August 13, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions was honored to celebrate the grand opening and blessing ceremony of Honolulu Community College’s Advanced Maritime Training Suite on Wednesday, August 6th, as the institution’s implementing partner and official training provider. This effort was made possible by collaboration between Honolulu Community College, the U.S. Department of Defense’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Program (IBAS), and Ku’i Hao. BG Workforce is proud to provide innovative instruction and state-of-the-art equipment to train Hawai’i’s next generation of skilled manufacturing & maritime industrial professionals. This new facility is outfitted with powerful machining equipment from industry-leading manufacturers to rapidly and effectively train active-duty military, shipyard workers, and students in multiple manufacturing and maritime industrial trades. Benjamin Worrell, IBAS Strategic Advisor, remarked, “This is the first facility of this type in the world. It is the benchmark for the mainland."
July 28, 2025
LEXINGTON, KY, July 28, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions, a Lexington-based leader in workforce modernization, proudly announces that it has achieved an Authorization to Operate (ATO) at Impact Level 4 (IL4) in the DoD GovCloud environment for its innovative software product CertiFLEX™, an online Learning Management System (LMS) and training delivery platform. This is the third BG Workforce software product to achieve this ATO, joining Gemini™, a digital training and point-of-work support platform, and SMARTS™, a workforce readiness and skills reporting system. These Cloud Service Offerings (CSOs) are now authorized to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), enabling secure, mission-critical support for technical workforces in the civilian and uniformed services. Achieved in just seven months through a strategic partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., this milestone highlights BG Workforce’s commitment to DoD’s rigorous cybersecurity standards and excellence in product development. A Milestone for DoD Innovation “This IL4 ATO represents a massive achievement for our IT and development team,” said Frank Cercone, CEO of BG Workforce Solutions. “With this ATO, CertiFLEX is now the only non-service-specific LMS available for the DoD to host and deliver CUI training content. We extend our gratitude to our DoD partners and Second Front Systems for their collaboration in making this a reality.” Proven Scalability and Performance CertiFLEX™, Gemini ™ , and SMARTS™ are designed for rapid scaling across DoD operations, from local bases to global theaters. Currently deployed to support maintenance operations in the Army Organic Industrial Base (OIB) and advanced manufacturing at the INDOPACOM Advanced Manufacturing Training Suite (AMTS) in Hawai’i, these tools are driving measurable improvements in workforce readiness and technical training. Early adopters report enhanced training efficiency and workforce preparedness, with detailed case studies available upon request. Standing Out in a Competitive Landscape Unlike broader platforms from larger providers, BG Workforce offers specialized, DoD-focused solutions that prioritize ease of use and rapid impact. Our cloud-based tools integrate seamlessly with existing systems, requiring minimal infrastructure changes, and are supported by a dedicated team to ensure smooth deployment. To build trust and transparency, we invite DoD stakeholders to engage with us for live demonstrations, pilot programs, or performance metrics. About the Tools: BG Workforce’s tools represent the pinnacle of technologies powering skills-first organizations and digitally enabled technical workforces: CertiFLEX™: Deploys accessible, remote technical training anytime, anywhere. Gemini™: Empowers technicians with real-time digital training and point-of-work guidance, reducing errors and accelerating skill development. SMARTS™: Delivers actionable insights into workforce readiness, enabling data-driven decisions & automated skills tracking to optimize human capital and mission outcomes. Ready for DoD-Wide Deployment With IL4 authorization, CertiFLEX™, Gemini™, and SMARTS™ are poised for immediate deployment to any DoD operation, regardless of service branch or location. Whether supporting stateside maintenance crews or forward-deployed units, these tools deliver secure, scalable, and impactful solutions tailored to the DoD’s needs. About BG Workforce Solutions Headquartered in Lexington, KY, BG Workforce Solutions equips the DoD with innovative training and digital tools to build and sustain a skilled technical workforce. Our products prioritize security, ease of use, and rapid return on investment, making us a trusted partner for mission-critical operations. Schedule a demo or request a case study today to explore how CertiFLEX™, Gemini™, and SMARTS™ can transform your workforce.
July 7, 2025
LEXINGTON, KY, June 23, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions, a Lexington-based leader in workforce modernization, proudly announces that it has achieved an Authorization to Operate (ATO) at Impact Level 4 (IL4) in the DoD GovCloud environment for two innovative software products: Gemini™, a digital training and point-of-work support platform, and SMARTS™, an enterprise workforce readiness and skills reporting system. These Cloud Service Offerings (CSOs) are now authorized to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), enabling secure, mission-critical support for technical workforces in the civilian and uniformed services. Achieved in just six months through a strategic partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., this milestone highlights BG Workforce’s commitment to DoD’s rigorous cybersecurity standards and excellence in product development. A Milestone for DoD Innovation “This IL4 ATO reflects the dedication of our IT and development team,” said Frank Cercone, CEO of BG Workforce Solutions. “Our agile approach allows us to deliver tailored, high-value solutions that meet the DoD’s evolving needs while maintaining enterprise-grade security and scalability. We extend our gratitude to our DoD partners and Second Front Systems for their collaboration in making this a reality.” Proven Scalability and Performance Gemini™ and SMARTS™ are designed for rapid scaling across DoD operations, from local bases to global theaters. Currently deployed to support high-velocity training at multiple sites in the Army Organic Industrial Base (AOIB) and advanced manufacturing at the INDOPACOM Advanced Manufacturing Training Suite (AMTS) in Hawai’i, these tools are driving measurable improvements in workforce modernization & readiness initiatives. Early adopters report enhanced training efficiency and workforce preparedness, with detailed case studies available upon request. Standing Out in a Competitive Landscape Unlike broader platforms from larger providers, BG Workforce offers specialized, DoD-focused solutions that prioritize ease of use and rapid impact. Our cloud-based tools integrate seamlessly with existing systems, requiring minimal infrastructure changes, and are supported by a dedicated team to ensure smooth deployment. To build trust and transparency, we invite DoD stakeholders to engage with us for live demonstrations, pilot programs, or performance metrics. About the Tools: BG Workforce’s tools represent the pinnacle of technologies powering skills-first organizations and digitally enabled technical workforces: Gemini™: Empowers technicians with real-time digital training and point-of-work guidance, reducing errors and accelerating skill development. SMARTS™ : Delivers actionable insights into workforce readiness, enabling data-driven decisions & automated skills tracking to optimize human capital and mission outcomes. Ready for DoD-Wide Deployment With IL4 authorization, Gemini™ and SMARTS™ are poised for immediate deployment to any DoD operation, regardless of service branch or location. Whether supporting stateside maintenance crews or forward-deployed units, these tools deliver secure, scalable, and impactful solutions tailored to the DoD’s needs. About BG Workforce Solutions Headquartered in Lexington, KY, BG Workforce Solutions equips the DoD with innovative training and digital tools to build and sustain a skilled technical workforce. Our products prioritize security, ease of use, and rapid return on investment, making us a trusted partner for mission-critical operations and workforce modernization initiatives. Schedule a demo or request a case study today to explore how Gemini™ and SMARTS™ can transform your workforce.
April 10, 2025
American Business Development Group (ABDG) is proud to announce its partnership with BG Workforce Solutions, a leader in workforce modernization, digital transformation, and mission-critical personnel development for the National Guard. “We are excited to work with BG Workforce Solutions, whose engineering expertise is globally respected,” said LTC (Ret) Michael Ford, ABDG’s Director of Aviation Training. “Their technologies offer immense benefits, including cost savings, accelerated training, improved proficiency, and enhanced operational efficiency for the National Guard.” ABDG CEO Bill Skipper echoed this sentiment, stating, “The BG Workforce Solutions team is dedicated to equipping Aviation Maintainers with superior products. We are proud to join forces to drive innovation and success within the National Guard.” About BG Workforce Solutions Based in Lexington, Kentucky, BG Workforce Solutions specializes in workforce modernization, immersive AR/VR training, skills management, and career development tools. Their advanced solutions enhance job readiness, optimize onboarding, and support mission-critical operations in defense and government sectors. As part of the High Velocity Talent Continuum (HVTC), they serve the U.S. Military, Federal Government, Allied Military, and Domestic Organic Industrial Bases. About ABDG ABDG is a highly regarded, comprehensive business development consulting firm based in Columbia, SC, with representatives strategically positioned across the United States to adeptly address the diverse needs of our clients. Specializing in the Defense, National Guard, and Homeland Security markets, our team comprises seasoned professionals, including former military personnel with robust proficiency in systems requirements, acquisition, and sustainment. For further details, please explore our website at www.abdg.com. r your new post
October 30, 2024
BG Workforce Solutions is pleased to announce a new partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., to meet accreditation, deployment, and managed hosting needs on secure Department of Defense (DoD) and United States Government (USG) networks.
August 23, 2024
By: Michelle Gordon The Aviation and Missile Command welcomed a new senior enlisted leader during a change of responsibility held June 14 at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. During a ceremony hosted by AMCOM Commander Maj. Gen. Tom O’Connor, outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Bradford Smith relinquished the unit colors and incoming Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Doss received them. The colors symbolize the unit's lineage and honors, as well as the loyalty and unity of its Soldiers. The command sergeant major is the custodian of the colors. O’Connor said that during Smith’s 33 months as the AMCOM command sergeant major, he was not only a principal advisor to the commander but also a voice for the AMCOM workforce and the Soldiers in the field. Smith was extensively involved in establishing high-velocity training at the depots, capturing the generational knowledge of the artisans and ensuring that knowledge was used to build the bench and train incoming personnel. He visited the depots, labs and maintenance sites to understand the challenges facing AMCOM employees and the warfighters, and he brought those issues back to headquarters to find solutions that would make their jobs easier and ensure the equipment remained ready. “Sergent major went out and recognized people,” O’Connor said. “Not only did he pat them on the back, shake their hands and present them with a coin, but he carried their stories throughout the enterprise. We are in a great debt of gratitude for what he did to bring the message and the issues from the field back to our command so we couild resolve them.” Smith thanked O’Connor for his friendship, mentorship and guidance, as well as his family and friends for their support throughout his career. He said he does what he does because of the warfighters, regardless of their rank, position or command. “What we do matters, not just for the U.S. Army, but for this country, and it’s about the warfighter, and I remember that every day,” Smith said. “I’m a Soldier going out and helping Soldiers. When I talked to someone outside of the aviation and missile branches, my message was, ‘If I can’t help you, I know somebody who can, so give me your problem, and I’ll take it back to the enterprise.’” Smith, a native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, leaves AMCOM for the Army Test and Evaluation Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, later this month. There, he will ensure the Army pursues and acquires equipment that is tested, ready and safe to operate. Doss comes to AMCOM from Fort Novosel, Alabama, where he was the garrison command sergeant major. The Birmingham, Alabama native said he looks forward to the opportunity to work with the members of the AMCOM team and empower their success. “Being a leader is not easy,” he said. “We make choices every day that affect the lives of our Soldiers, employees and their families. I will do my best to continue to improve this organization and safeguard our nation.” The Aviation and Missile Command delivers responsive aviation, missile and calibration materiel readiness to the Army to optimize joint warfighter capabilities at the point of need. The command works to overcome the challenges of an ever-changing strategic environment to ensure the Army and the joint force have the best aviation and missile equipment, services and subject-matter expertise available.
July 24, 2023
By Della Adame, CCAD Public Affairs Specialist Corpus Christi Army Depot, TX -- In a milestone event, a ribbon cutting was held to open the CCAD aviation maintenance instructional center. The center point of aviation maintenance training is now home to the High Velocity Talent Continuum (HVTC) project. Spearheaded by Larry Adams, chief of the workforce development division, and Earl Walters, Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) HVTC program manager, the project will help prepare the depot for changes in mission that will require upskilling or reschooling of the workforce. These efforts will drive the CCAD training division into a modernization effort that takes advantage of educational opportunities to meet training needs on demand and at the point of need. AMCOM’s Command Sergeant Major, Bradford Smith, explained, “There are work packages with experienced artisan input, that can be digitized. We develop an advanced training curriculum, and anybody from college/high school or the workforce can train with it. That's like working right beside them, but you're doing it online or in this HVTC office.” This kind of skill training benefits soldiers and artisans. Soldiers may come to the Depot for training to become more proficient and competent with necessary skills to maintain aircraft at their home bases and units. The groundbreaking event set the standard as no one else in the Army has this. Carlen Chestang, AMCOM G1 Deputy Chief of Staff, elaborated, “The United States Army is experiencing a challenge, that includes skill gaps, workforce shortages, and the disconnect between what's being taught at the academic level and the new technology the depot requires amidst the growing numbers of artisans who are retiring from the workforce.” The high velocity alliance with the Army furthers the ability to capture knowledge from retiring subject matter experts. This development of a pathway for interns and new employees helps bring in their skills as well. Chestang added, “Make sure you get the right people with the right skills and the right skill sets.” Chestang also lauded CCAD leadership and thanked the command team for embracing the HVTC concept, “It’s important, not just for CCAD, this is groundbreaking for the Army, and you should be very proud of that.” Scott Frost, a contractor with the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Program in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, manages the industrial workforce development investment portfolio under an initiative called the National Imperative for Industrial Skills. He explained the growing challenge in assessing training, retaining critical skill sets particularly in the trades, across the defense industrial base, the commercial, and private sector, and the organic industrial base. The program is a multi-year initiative was primarily focused on the private side. The program partnered with military departments, within industry and academia, to solve problems that are really growing beyond the risk of industry to solve alone. “The Office of the Secretary of Defense must craft an attack plan against some of these big giant problems like a retiring baby boomer workforce. So that as those new folks are coming out of the HVTC training pipelines we can fill the seats. Even with increased automation, requirements are large,” said Frost. He further explained, “CCAD for instance, could be moving from sheet metal and aluminum to perhaps composites in the future. And those 35 to 40-year artisans that understand sheet metal/aluminum, they understand that business, but do they understand composites?” They are the most important component in the HVTC project wheel, the dedicated patriotic, hardworking artisans. They're the engine and subject matter experts that drive all things HVTC. Their dedication to their trade and the knowledge base that's going out the door when they retire is of the greatest value. Being able to capture that knowledge with the new HVTC tools is so critical. The Commander of the Corpus Christi Army Depot, Colonel Kyle Hogan, emphasized the importance of this new learning concept and how it supports the Army’s four priorities: warfighting, deliver a combat ready force, continuously modernize, and developing the profession.
HVTC Blog
July 6, 2026
The defense workforce company brings its learning, readiness, AI, and operational tools onto one IL-4–authorized platform, available to customers now. LEXINGTON, Ky. — July 7, 2026 — BG Workforce Solutions today introduced the Omnis Workforce Modernization Suite (Omnis Suite or Omnis), a single platform that brings together the tools defense organizations use to qualify their people and keep them performing on the job. Every product in the suite is available to customers now. The Omnis Suite marks BG Workforce’s most visible investment into customer-aligned development yet. The company earned its reputation on the ground: training defense workers and standing up advanced-manufacturing facilities including the Forge at Schofield Barracks and the Advanced Manufacturing Training School at Honolulu Community College. That advanced-manufacturing track record now includes a new partnership with America Makes, the national additive-manufacturing institute. Omnis is what the company built to support that work, and it is now available to defense customers as a single platform. “For years our customers bought our training and our manufacturing expertise, then went looking for software to support it,” said Kevin Beamish, Chief Operating Officer of BG Workforce Solutions. “Omnis is that software, built by the people who do the work. It closes the gap between what a technician learns in a classroom and what that technician does on the floor.” The Omnis Workforce Modernization Suite includes five products: Proximus guides maintenance, inspection, and logistics work at the point of task, so a technician follows the current procedure on a tablet instead of a paper binder. Cognis runs training and certification, from course delivery and assessments to the records that document who completed what. Certis tracks workforce readiness — the skills, certifications, and qualifications that determine who can be assigned to a job. Orbis is the suite’s AI layer. It builds secure assistants trained on an organization’s own procedures, and its vision-based tools watch a task and coach a technician through it. Nodus connects the products to one another and to the systems an organization already runs. Every product in the suite will operate in a DoD Impact Level 4 (IL-4) and is designed to achieve IL-5 and IL-6 quickly as customer missions require. “People are tired of trying to make five different tools talk to each other coherently,” said Kevin Crawford, Chief Technology Officer of BG Workforce Solutions. “Omnis provides a centralized data environment where training, certifications, skills, and operational performance are connected, giving leaders a comprehensive view of workforce readiness across the entire enterprise.” BG Workforce Solutions is CMMC 2.0 certified and is pursuing increasingly higher authorization levels for the Omnis Suite. About BG Workforce Solutions BG Workforce Solutions is a defense-focused workforce development and advanced manufacturing company headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky. The company trains and qualifies personnel for the Department of War and the defense industrial base, operates advanced-manufacturing facilities in Hawaii, and builds the software and robotics that support defense readiness. Learn more at bgworkforce.com. Media Contact Bruce Fryer Future Pact bruce@futurepact.com
March 23, 2026
Project VIPER — Visual Inspection of Performance Evaluation in Real-time — to make its public debut at the Defense Manufacturing Conference in Orlando
January 9, 2026
HONOLULU, HI — [January, 09, 2026] — BG Workforce Solutions (BGWS) announced today that it has joined the Military Affairs Council (MAC), reinforcing BGWS’s commitment to strengthening U.S. military readiness in the Indo-Pacific by expanding local workforce development, training innovation, and public-private collaboration across Hawai‘i. BGWS supports mission-critical workforce and training initiatives that help accelerate qualification timelines, standardize work execution, and improve maintenance and production outcomes. Through its engagement with MAC, BGWS will collaborate with defense leaders, industry partners, and local stakeholders to help scale practical solutions that improve readiness and build durable talent pipelines. “Joining the Military Affairs Council is a natural step for BG Workforce Solutions,” said Kevin Beamish, Chief Operating Officer at BGWS. “MAC is a trusted convening force in Hawai‘i’s defense ecosystem, and we’re looking forward to contributing—especially where training modernization, workforce readiness, and operational outcomes intersect.” BGWS’s membership builds on the company’s ongoing commitment to the region and its focus on enabling integrated training and production pathways that can serve both military requirements and local industry needs. BGWS expects to engage actively across MAC’s programming and stakeholder network in the months ahead, contributing to conversations that support readiness, sustainment, and workforce development for Hawai‘i’s defense community. About BG Workforce Solutions BG Workforce Solutions (BGWS) partners with military and industry stakeholders to modernize training, standardize work execution, and strengthen workforce readiness. BGWS builds enabling systems that connect instruction, work packages, quality gates, and governed execution—helping teams train faster, operate consistently, and deliver measurable readiness outcomes. About the Military Affairs Council (MAC) The Military Affairs Council supports Hawai‘i’s defense community by convening military, government, and industry leaders to advance policies and partnerships that strengthen readiness, resilience, and local economic impact. # # #
August 13, 2025
HONOLULU, HI, August 13, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions was honored to celebrate the grand opening and blessing ceremony of Honolulu Community College’s Advanced Maritime Training Suite on Wednesday, August 6th, as the institution’s implementing partner and official training provider. This effort was made possible by collaboration between Honolulu Community College, the U.S. Department of Defense’s Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Program (IBAS), and Ku’i Hao. BG Workforce is proud to provide innovative instruction and state-of-the-art equipment to train Hawai’i’s next generation of skilled manufacturing & maritime industrial professionals. This new facility is outfitted with powerful machining equipment from industry-leading manufacturers to rapidly and effectively train active-duty military, shipyard workers, and students in multiple manufacturing and maritime industrial trades. Benjamin Worrell, IBAS Strategic Advisor, remarked, “This is the first facility of this type in the world. It is the benchmark for the mainland."
July 28, 2025
LEXINGTON, KY, July 28, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions, a Lexington-based leader in workforce modernization, proudly announces that it has achieved an Authorization to Operate (ATO) at Impact Level 4 (IL4) in the DoD GovCloud environment for its innovative software product CertiFLEX™, an online Learning Management System (LMS) and training delivery platform. This is the third BG Workforce software product to achieve this ATO, joining Gemini™, a digital training and point-of-work support platform, and SMARTS™, a workforce readiness and skills reporting system. These Cloud Service Offerings (CSOs) are now authorized to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), enabling secure, mission-critical support for technical workforces in the civilian and uniformed services. Achieved in just seven months through a strategic partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., this milestone highlights BG Workforce’s commitment to DoD’s rigorous cybersecurity standards and excellence in product development. A Milestone for DoD Innovation “This IL4 ATO represents a massive achievement for our IT and development team,” said Frank Cercone, CEO of BG Workforce Solutions. “With this ATO, CertiFLEX is now the only non-service-specific LMS available for the DoD to host and deliver CUI training content. We extend our gratitude to our DoD partners and Second Front Systems for their collaboration in making this a reality.” Proven Scalability and Performance CertiFLEX™, Gemini ™ , and SMARTS™ are designed for rapid scaling across DoD operations, from local bases to global theaters. Currently deployed to support maintenance operations in the Army Organic Industrial Base (OIB) and advanced manufacturing at the INDOPACOM Advanced Manufacturing Training Suite (AMTS) in Hawai’i, these tools are driving measurable improvements in workforce readiness and technical training. Early adopters report enhanced training efficiency and workforce preparedness, with detailed case studies available upon request. Standing Out in a Competitive Landscape Unlike broader platforms from larger providers, BG Workforce offers specialized, DoD-focused solutions that prioritize ease of use and rapid impact. Our cloud-based tools integrate seamlessly with existing systems, requiring minimal infrastructure changes, and are supported by a dedicated team to ensure smooth deployment. To build trust and transparency, we invite DoD stakeholders to engage with us for live demonstrations, pilot programs, or performance metrics. About the Tools: BG Workforce’s tools represent the pinnacle of technologies powering skills-first organizations and digitally enabled technical workforces: CertiFLEX™: Deploys accessible, remote technical training anytime, anywhere. Gemini™: Empowers technicians with real-time digital training and point-of-work guidance, reducing errors and accelerating skill development. SMARTS™: Delivers actionable insights into workforce readiness, enabling data-driven decisions & automated skills tracking to optimize human capital and mission outcomes. Ready for DoD-Wide Deployment With IL4 authorization, CertiFLEX™, Gemini™, and SMARTS™ are poised for immediate deployment to any DoD operation, regardless of service branch or location. Whether supporting stateside maintenance crews or forward-deployed units, these tools deliver secure, scalable, and impactful solutions tailored to the DoD’s needs. About BG Workforce Solutions Headquartered in Lexington, KY, BG Workforce Solutions equips the DoD with innovative training and digital tools to build and sustain a skilled technical workforce. Our products prioritize security, ease of use, and rapid return on investment, making us a trusted partner for mission-critical operations. Schedule a demo or request a case study today to explore how CertiFLEX™, Gemini™, and SMARTS™ can transform your workforce.
July 7, 2025
LEXINGTON, KY, June 23, 2025 – BG Workforce Solutions, a Lexington-based leader in workforce modernization, proudly announces that it has achieved an Authorization to Operate (ATO) at Impact Level 4 (IL4) in the DoD GovCloud environment for two innovative software products: Gemini™, a digital training and point-of-work support platform, and SMARTS™, an enterprise workforce readiness and skills reporting system. These Cloud Service Offerings (CSOs) are now authorized to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), enabling secure, mission-critical support for technical workforces in the civilian and uniformed services. Achieved in just six months through a strategic partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., this milestone highlights BG Workforce’s commitment to DoD’s rigorous cybersecurity standards and excellence in product development. A Milestone for DoD Innovation “This IL4 ATO reflects the dedication of our IT and development team,” said Frank Cercone, CEO of BG Workforce Solutions. “Our agile approach allows us to deliver tailored, high-value solutions that meet the DoD’s evolving needs while maintaining enterprise-grade security and scalability. We extend our gratitude to our DoD partners and Second Front Systems for their collaboration in making this a reality.” Proven Scalability and Performance Gemini™ and SMARTS™ are designed for rapid scaling across DoD operations, from local bases to global theaters. Currently deployed to support high-velocity training at multiple sites in the Army Organic Industrial Base (AOIB) and advanced manufacturing at the INDOPACOM Advanced Manufacturing Training Suite (AMTS) in Hawai’i, these tools are driving measurable improvements in workforce modernization & readiness initiatives. Early adopters report enhanced training efficiency and workforce preparedness, with detailed case studies available upon request. Standing Out in a Competitive Landscape Unlike broader platforms from larger providers, BG Workforce offers specialized, DoD-focused solutions that prioritize ease of use and rapid impact. Our cloud-based tools integrate seamlessly with existing systems, requiring minimal infrastructure changes, and are supported by a dedicated team to ensure smooth deployment. To build trust and transparency, we invite DoD stakeholders to engage with us for live demonstrations, pilot programs, or performance metrics. About the Tools: BG Workforce’s tools represent the pinnacle of technologies powering skills-first organizations and digitally enabled technical workforces: Gemini™: Empowers technicians with real-time digital training and point-of-work guidance, reducing errors and accelerating skill development. SMARTS™ : Delivers actionable insights into workforce readiness, enabling data-driven decisions & automated skills tracking to optimize human capital and mission outcomes. Ready for DoD-Wide Deployment With IL4 authorization, Gemini™ and SMARTS™ are poised for immediate deployment to any DoD operation, regardless of service branch or location. Whether supporting stateside maintenance crews or forward-deployed units, these tools deliver secure, scalable, and impactful solutions tailored to the DoD’s needs. About BG Workforce Solutions Headquartered in Lexington, KY, BG Workforce Solutions equips the DoD with innovative training and digital tools to build and sustain a skilled technical workforce. Our products prioritize security, ease of use, and rapid return on investment, making us a trusted partner for mission-critical operations and workforce modernization initiatives. Schedule a demo or request a case study today to explore how Gemini™ and SMARTS™ can transform your workforce.
April 10, 2025
American Business Development Group (ABDG) is proud to announce its partnership with BG Workforce Solutions, a leader in workforce modernization, digital transformation, and mission-critical personnel development for the National Guard. “We are excited to work with BG Workforce Solutions, whose engineering expertise is globally respected,” said LTC (Ret) Michael Ford, ABDG’s Director of Aviation Training. “Their technologies offer immense benefits, including cost savings, accelerated training, improved proficiency, and enhanced operational efficiency for the National Guard.” ABDG CEO Bill Skipper echoed this sentiment, stating, “The BG Workforce Solutions team is dedicated to equipping Aviation Maintainers with superior products. We are proud to join forces to drive innovation and success within the National Guard.” About BG Workforce Solutions Based in Lexington, Kentucky, BG Workforce Solutions specializes in workforce modernization, immersive AR/VR training, skills management, and career development tools. Their advanced solutions enhance job readiness, optimize onboarding, and support mission-critical operations in defense and government sectors. As part of the High Velocity Talent Continuum (HVTC), they serve the U.S. Military, Federal Government, Allied Military, and Domestic Organic Industrial Bases. About ABDG ABDG is a highly regarded, comprehensive business development consulting firm based in Columbia, SC, with representatives strategically positioned across the United States to adeptly address the diverse needs of our clients. Specializing in the Defense, National Guard, and Homeland Security markets, our team comprises seasoned professionals, including former military personnel with robust proficiency in systems requirements, acquisition, and sustainment. For further details, please explore our website at www.abdg.com. r your new post
October 30, 2024
BG Workforce Solutions is pleased to announce a new partnership with Second Front Systems, Inc., to meet accreditation, deployment, and managed hosting needs on secure Department of Defense (DoD) and United States Government (USG) networks.
August 23, 2024
By: Michelle Gordon The Aviation and Missile Command welcomed a new senior enlisted leader during a change of responsibility held June 14 at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. During a ceremony hosted by AMCOM Commander Maj. Gen. Tom O’Connor, outgoing Command Sgt. Maj. Bradford Smith relinquished the unit colors and incoming Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Doss received them. The colors symbolize the unit's lineage and honors, as well as the loyalty and unity of its Soldiers. The command sergeant major is the custodian of the colors. O’Connor said that during Smith’s 33 months as the AMCOM command sergeant major, he was not only a principal advisor to the commander but also a voice for the AMCOM workforce and the Soldiers in the field. Smith was extensively involved in establishing high-velocity training at the depots, capturing the generational knowledge of the artisans and ensuring that knowledge was used to build the bench and train incoming personnel. He visited the depots, labs and maintenance sites to understand the challenges facing AMCOM employees and the warfighters, and he brought those issues back to headquarters to find solutions that would make their jobs easier and ensure the equipment remained ready. “Sergent major went out and recognized people,” O’Connor said. “Not only did he pat them on the back, shake their hands and present them with a coin, but he carried their stories throughout the enterprise. We are in a great debt of gratitude for what he did to bring the message and the issues from the field back to our command so we couild resolve them.” Smith thanked O’Connor for his friendship, mentorship and guidance, as well as his family and friends for their support throughout his career. He said he does what he does because of the warfighters, regardless of their rank, position or command. “What we do matters, not just for the U.S. Army, but for this country, and it’s about the warfighter, and I remember that every day,” Smith said. “I’m a Soldier going out and helping Soldiers. When I talked to someone outside of the aviation and missile branches, my message was, ‘If I can’t help you, I know somebody who can, so give me your problem, and I’ll take it back to the enterprise.’” Smith, a native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, leaves AMCOM for the Army Test and Evaluation Command at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland, later this month. There, he will ensure the Army pursues and acquires equipment that is tested, ready and safe to operate. Doss comes to AMCOM from Fort Novosel, Alabama, where he was the garrison command sergeant major. The Birmingham, Alabama native said he looks forward to the opportunity to work with the members of the AMCOM team and empower their success. “Being a leader is not easy,” he said. “We make choices every day that affect the lives of our Soldiers, employees and their families. I will do my best to continue to improve this organization and safeguard our nation.” The Aviation and Missile Command delivers responsive aviation, missile and calibration materiel readiness to the Army to optimize joint warfighter capabilities at the point of need. The command works to overcome the challenges of an ever-changing strategic environment to ensure the Army and the joint force have the best aviation and missile equipment, services and subject-matter expertise available.
July 24, 2023
By Della Adame, CCAD Public Affairs Specialist Corpus Christi Army Depot, TX -- In a milestone event, a ribbon cutting was held to open the CCAD aviation maintenance instructional center. The center point of aviation maintenance training is now home to the High Velocity Talent Continuum (HVTC) project. Spearheaded by Larry Adams, chief of the workforce development division, and Earl Walters, Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) HVTC program manager, the project will help prepare the depot for changes in mission that will require upskilling or reschooling of the workforce. These efforts will drive the CCAD training division into a modernization effort that takes advantage of educational opportunities to meet training needs on demand and at the point of need. AMCOM’s Command Sergeant Major, Bradford Smith, explained, “There are work packages with experienced artisan input, that can be digitized. We develop an advanced training curriculum, and anybody from college/high school or the workforce can train with it. That's like working right beside them, but you're doing it online or in this HVTC office.” This kind of skill training benefits soldiers and artisans. Soldiers may come to the Depot for training to become more proficient and competent with necessary skills to maintain aircraft at their home bases and units. The groundbreaking event set the standard as no one else in the Army has this. Carlen Chestang, AMCOM G1 Deputy Chief of Staff, elaborated, “The United States Army is experiencing a challenge, that includes skill gaps, workforce shortages, and the disconnect between what's being taught at the academic level and the new technology the depot requires amidst the growing numbers of artisans who are retiring from the workforce.” The high velocity alliance with the Army furthers the ability to capture knowledge from retiring subject matter experts. This development of a pathway for interns and new employees helps bring in their skills as well. Chestang added, “Make sure you get the right people with the right skills and the right skill sets.” Chestang also lauded CCAD leadership and thanked the command team for embracing the HVTC concept, “It’s important, not just for CCAD, this is groundbreaking for the Army, and you should be very proud of that.” Scott Frost, a contractor with the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Program in the Office of the Secretary of Defense, manages the industrial workforce development investment portfolio under an initiative called the National Imperative for Industrial Skills. He explained the growing challenge in assessing training, retaining critical skill sets particularly in the trades, across the defense industrial base, the commercial, and private sector, and the organic industrial base. The program is a multi-year initiative was primarily focused on the private side. The program partnered with military departments, within industry and academia, to solve problems that are really growing beyond the risk of industry to solve alone. “The Office of the Secretary of Defense must craft an attack plan against some of these big giant problems like a retiring baby boomer workforce. So that as those new folks are coming out of the HVTC training pipelines we can fill the seats. Even with increased automation, requirements are large,” said Frost. He further explained, “CCAD for instance, could be moving from sheet metal and aluminum to perhaps composites in the future. And those 35 to 40-year artisans that understand sheet metal/aluminum, they understand that business, but do they understand composites?” They are the most important component in the HVTC project wheel, the dedicated patriotic, hardworking artisans. They're the engine and subject matter experts that drive all things HVTC. Their dedication to their trade and the knowledge base that's going out the door when they retire is of the greatest value. Being able to capture that knowledge with the new HVTC tools is so critical. The Commander of the Corpus Christi Army Depot, Colonel Kyle Hogan, emphasized the importance of this new learning concept and how it supports the Army’s four priorities: warfighting, deliver a combat ready force, continuously modernize, and developing the profession.