The ASTA Group

In their mission to protect the country, military forces must impart training programs that innovatively embrace the right technology to meet the needs of tech-savvy learners, enhancing performance while minimizing training time.

The ASTA Group (ASTA), a woman-owned small business, provides learner-centric training programs carefully curated to meet the needs of the military and the learner. The company develops programs with an appropriate blend of education and technology that increase performance while reducing the time taken for training.

“We design meaningful, efficient, cost-effective, and mission-critical training through research-based analysis, studies, and in-house processes to provide the capabilities learners require,” says Dr. Linda Brent, CEO of The ASTA Group.

Dr. Brent’s educational background and her instrumental role in shaping the company permeate in every aspect of the organization. ASTA designs its training programs with the learner and their specific needs in mind.

At the core of its approach lies comprehensive analysis. By closely collaborating with clients, ASTA’s analysts leverage their expertise to ask the right questions, detect gaps, and determine the ideal technological solutions to create the perfect training program. This helps in identifying and building the appropriate training environment required to drive excellence.

This analytical side is supported by in-house developed tools designed to evaluate the current status of an organization’s training regime and improvements required.

ASTA shares these toolsets with its clients from the get-go; paired with its analytical expertise, this fosters a deep understanding of their unique requirements.

Using teaching and training tools, ASTA emphasizes making information immediately accessible to learners. Some tools help analyze information and produce a report with meaningful, actionable data for clients. Clients can also use these tools throughout the training’s development process to review content and provide feedback. This iterative feedback loop guarantees alignment, addresses concerns, and ensures that the training program meets the client’s expectations.

ASTA recently undertook a large-scale analysis program for a government special operations organization to enhance performance and reduce costs in their training system. By assessing thousands of trainees across multiple platforms, ASTA identified areas for improvement and proposed recommendations. The analysis demonstrated potential cost savings of approximately USD 5 million annually within the first five years of implementation while improving training efficiency and effectiveness.

In another project, ASTA developed a simulation for a specific Boeing aircraft upgrade. This immersive training experience allowed trainees to interact with the aircraft’s components, maximizing performance and proficiency. By providing a platform for repeated training sessions and hands-on manipulation of parts, the company significantly enhanced efficiency and increased the learner’s capabilities.

Research is an integral part of ASTA’s services; research develops innovative technology for training and simulation and informs practice for training, such as with skill development, and analysis of training exercises such as war gaming. Through research, the firm delivers high-quality training solutions. It also engages in applied research within its programs, such as STARBASE Academy, a Department of Defense innovative STEM program for at-risk fifth graders. The program was developed upon recognizing the importance of supporting learning at every stage, from elementary school to professional workforce development.

At the heart of such excellence are the expert staff members that comprise ASTA. These individuals stay on top of current trends by attending conferences and using all opportunities to upskill themselves and deliver an unparalleled training solution.

with a diverse workforce spread across 12 locations worldwide and a commitment to exceptional service, ASTA builds long-term trust with clients, delivering successful outcomes through collaborative problem-solving. Its dedication to research and analysis solidifies its position as a leader in analyzing and developing modern-age military training programs.