Peter Guo, the CIO of the U.S. Navy Ship Repair Facility (SRF) in Japan, leads a diverse team tasked with supporting global fleet operations. He emphasizes the importance of cultural transformation in driving innovation, highlighting the value of personnel over technology and processes. Utilizing Google Workspace, Guo's team breaks down barriers and fosters collaboration, particularly between Japanese and U.S. personnel. They leverage technology, such as AppSheet, video translation services, and Google Forms, to enhance operational readiness, as demonstrated in emergency response simulations. Guo advocates for adopting out-of-the-box IT capabilities to empower service members and reduce technological burden, emphasizing the importance of modern tools in fulfilling mission-critical objectives. Google's commitment to collaborating with the Department of Defense underscores their dedication to providing innovative solutions for governmental organizations.