Best Practices for Scaling Model Development

The Combat Effects Analysis Division (CE) at the Center for Army Analysis (CAA) has successfully transitioned its modeling and simulation workflow to overcome previous limitations in computing power and network restrictions. By leveraging the Army's High Performance Computing (HPC) resources, the division has significantly expanded its analytical capacity. This transformation was enabled by the implementation of a local GitLab repository and a structured-development process, which streamlined the preparation of models for the HPC environment. The new approach has fostered greater collaboration among developers, accelerated development and testing cycles, and ultimately enhanced the division's ability to deliver robust analytical insights.