One-stop shopping, DRMO-style

Defense Reutilization Marketing Office looks to change perceptions of purpose By DRMO: It could just as easily stand for "Don’t Risk Massively Overpaying" for command supplies. But for many commands, Defense Reutilization Marketing Offices represent little more than a prime opportunity to offload junk. And that’s what many people see when they drive by a DRMO facility: used supplies sitting outside waiting to get scrapped. But if they ventured inside the facility, they’d be in for a surprise. In a scene Costco lovers would appreciate, aisles are filled with new or used items in excellent condition: computers, TVs, tools, aircraft parts and medical supplies. There’s also an area filled with furniture. Outside you can find cars in good condition. Anything a command could possibly use is potentially available. And it’s all free.... [read full story]