The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) helped the U.S. Coast Guard save $32.7 million by eliminating an “ineffective IT program” called Logistics Information Management System (CG-LIMS), the Department of Homeland Security confirmed to Fox News Digital.
“Another victory in government efficiency at the Department of Homeland Security!” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem A statement to Fox News Digital on Monday said. “Continue to work vital, the Coast Guard canceled ineffective IT programs, saving more than $32 million and focused on the resources most needed to protect their homes. The USCG continues to deliver the president’s priority while improving its efficiency while ensuring our borders and sea approach.”
CG-LIM is initially expected to begin operations in 2027 and reach full capacity by 2031, and is expected to integrate existing and future capabilities with the Coast Guard while supporting operations.
According to the design, CG-LIM will be modern Coast Guard According to data from the military branch website, IT systems could have increased functionality and resources, while leading to “large cost savings and improved logistics integration” between services.
Doge helped the Coast Guard cut a plan that would save the military sector nearly $33 million. (Istock / Doge)
CG-LIM will also be used for 245 knives, 200 aircraft, 1,800 ships, coast-based systems, navigation equipment and command, control, communications, computers, networks, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance equipment.
But starting from May 1, 2025, all planned activities on CG-LIM will end.
According to the Coast Guard, the termination is the result of the plan not meeting its full requirements in the near future.
Military service said $32.7 million in savings would be used to “meet emerging Coast Guard needs.” It says.
The Coast Guard terminates a program aimed at integrating multiple systems and using modern technologies such as cloud-based servers. (Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images)
The Coast Guard said it will continue to look for alternatives to address gaps in IT logistics and implement the necessary functions envisioned by the service.
“The Coast Guard adheres to a long tradition of consistent management, driven by our talented, innovative and witty workforce,” said Mike Campbell, Executive Director of Coast Guard Acquisition Program and Programs. “The termination of the termination of the Logistics Information Management System Acquisition Program continues to be a legacy under Force Design 2028 (FD 2028). Through Force Design 2028, we are working to increase efficiency, determine cost savings and maximize U.S. investment returns in the Coast Guard.”
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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
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Coast Guard says FD 2028 focuses on people, organizations, signing and Acquisition and technology. It has also been described as a “generation-by-generation” effort to investigate and change the Coast Guard in order to adapt to the current and future environment.
