Latest News – SPA

SPA Acquires Group W, Expanding Support for Mission Critical Modeling and Simulation Across All Domains

Karin Andersen — Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:00:32 +0000

Alexandria, Virginia – Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insights supporting complex national security programs and defense priorities, has acquired Group W, a premier data science and defense analytics company with a core focus on modeling and simulation and wargaming capabilities to the DoD.

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SPA Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification

Karin Andersen — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 18:00:39 +0000

Alexandria, VA—Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insight and technical innovation supporting critical national security objectives, is proud to announce its successful assessment at Final Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2. This certification underscores SPA’s commitment to the highest standards of information security and compliance in support of its clients.

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SPA Announces Strategic Expansion of Global Headquarters in Alexandria and Operations in Fairfax County

Karin Andersen — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 18:00:29 +0000

Alexandria, VA – Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA) is excited to announce a significant investment to expand its global headquarters in Alexandria and enhance its operational presence in Fairfax County. This expansion underscores SPA’s commitment to growth and innovation within the region, solidifying its status as a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insight and technical innovation supporting critical national security objectives.

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Systems Planning & Analysis Achieves Washington Post Top Workplace Designation for 12th Year in a Row

Karin Andersen — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Alexandria, VA—Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insight and technical innovation supporting critical national security objectives, has been named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the twelfth year in a row. SPA is one of only eight companies to have earned this twelve-year distinction since the Top Workplaces award was established in 2014. This year SPA ranks fifth of 24 in the largest companies category.

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Association for Corporate Growth Honors SPA for “Puppy Fleet” Community Service

Karin Andersen — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:45:18 +0000

Alexandria, VA—Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insight and technical innovation supporting critical national security objectives, is pleased to announce that Dave Hearding has been honored by WashingtonExec as 2025 Chief Growth Officer of the Year. Dave leads SPA’s Corporate Growth Office, where he has overseen market leading revenue growth for more than a decade. The award recognizes deep expertise and accomplishments in new business growth, revenue generation, and market expansion.

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SPA’s Dave Hearding Wins WashingtonExec Chief Growth Officer of the Year

Karin Andersen — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:45:09 +0000

Alexandria, VA—Systems Planning & Analysis (SPA), a leading global provider of data-driven analytical insight and technical innovation supporting critical national security objectives, is pleased to announce that Dave Hearding has been honored by WashingtonExec as 2025 Chief Growth Officer of the Year. Dave leads SPA’s Corporate Growth Office, where he has overseen market leading revenue growth for more than a decade. The award recognizes deep expertise and accomplishments in new business growth, revenue generation, and market expansion.

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