The Modular Open Systems Approach directive has accelerated the adoption of a variety of Modular Open Systems Approach supporting standards, including SOSA, CMOSS, FACE, VICTORY, and GVA, by the Army, Air Force, and Navy.

One of the main benefits of Modular Open Systems Approach is leveraging common standards to ensure interoperability between sensors and systems.

The challenge of fitting all the mission system electronics on-board SWaP-constrained military vehicles, while meeting reliability and schedule constraints.