WASHINGTON - The Defense Department is working to scale artificial intelligence, saying the technology shouldn't just be a concept of the future but also should be incorporated now. "We have a tech-native military and civilian workforce that enjoys a fast-flowing, responsive, and tailored information environment, at home when they're on their mobile phones. They want that same experience in the militaries and department systems that they operate. Our warfighters want responsive, data-driven decisions. Our commanders want to operate at speed and with a mix of manned and unmanned capabilities. The citizens seek efficiency and effectiveness from their investments in defense. Artificial intelligence can unlock all of these," explained Lieutenant General Michael Groen, Director of Joint Artificial Intelligence Center, during a recent Pentagon briefing.