Generative AI (GenAI) is a category of AI that creates new content – such as text, images, audio, or code – based on patterns learned from existing data.  GenAI is advancing rapidly with broad applicability to augment Marines across the spectrum of functional  areas and activities.

Agentic AI is an emerging AI capability of systems that can autonomously pursue goals.  These systems use GenAI models as their core reasoning engine, combined with memory and access to external tools, allowing AI agents to plan and execute complex, multi-step tasks to achieve a specific objective with minimal human intervention.

The character of war is increasingly defined by the speed and accuracy of decision-making.  As outlined in the references, the Marine Corps’ ability to out-pace our adversaries is critical to the success of Force Design and to prevail in strategic competition.

The USMC Service Data Officer (SDO) will convene a Generative and Agentic AI Workshop to conduct a hands-on, warfighter-focused considerations for AI capabilities against real-world challenges.

Mission.  From 09 to 12 March 2026, the USMC SDO will conduct a Generative and Agentic AI Workshop in Quantico, VA to understand high impact uses for AI across the Service, provide an overview of Joint and industry solutions, and develop the USMC “North Star” to maximize value for rapid USMC integration.

Commander’s intent. Conduct a workshop focused on AI solutions that complement existing initiatives, maximize outcomes, and enhance the warfighter.

Concept of operations.  The workshop is a four-day, in-person event.
The workshop schedule, materials, and coordinating instructions will be provided to confirmed attendees.

Tasks. Participating commands are solicited to register Marines and civilians with demonstrated expertise in AI, AI-related fields, and relevant stakeholders.  Individuals can register to attend the workshop as an “attendee” or request a briefing role by selecting “participant” in the provided registration form.
Individuals requesting a “participant” role must include a GenAI or agentic AI use case brief to be presented at the workshop along with command approval to speak on behalf of their command.

Coordinating instructions.
The workshop will be held from 09 to 12 March 2026 in Quantico, VA.
Registration deadline is 01 February 2026.