Empowering DoD to Implement AI at Scale
Finding the signal through the noise
KUNGFU.AI empowered the Department of Defense to implement responsible AI at scale by crafting an AI playbook and change management framework.
- $1.8B AI budget the playbook supports
- 4 phases: alignment, roadmapping, execution, transformation
- DoD-wide audience: AI planners across the department

Chief Digital and AI Office (CDAO) accelerates DoD adoption of AI from policy to the field.
Vision
Meet the AI Moment
With the rapid advancements of AI, the CDAO knew it needed to build a strategic map for the Department of Defense (DoD) to fully leverage its power in a way that drove real results for the agency.
Challenge
Turning AI Ideas Into Reality
Creating a playbook that balanced needs and ideas across the department was a challenging feat. The CDAO needed to find a way to create an actionable roadmap that sifted through the noise to find the key elements for implementation.
Breakthrough
Strategy & Roadmapping Drove AI Direction
KUNGFU.AI partnered with the CDAO to create a streamlined, actionable guide for DoD AI leads. Our unique approach to strategy and roadmapping shaped the playbook, breaking AI adoption into clear phases—alignment, roadmapping, execution, and transformation—ensuring it’s accessible, practical, and easy to apply.
Outcome
A Practical, User-focused AI Playbook
The playbook is now a key resource for AI planners across the DoD, providing clear guidance to streamline projects. Backed by a $1.8 billion AI budget, it ensures a fast and reliable framework for future implementations.
Results
- $1.8B AI budget the playbook supports
- 4 phases: alignment, roadmapping, execution, transformation
- DoD-wide audience: AI planners across the department
Video Deep Dive
The KUNGFU.AI team shares insights from our project with CDAO. We empowered CDAO to implement responsible AI at scale by crafting an AI playbook and change management framework.



