Navy Supply Corps School Basic Qualification Course Welcomes Navy Cash Representatives from
Fleet Logistics Center and Science Applications International Corporation

In an effort to enhance the education of future supply officers, the Disbursing Management team at the Navy Supply Corps School (NSCS) in Newport, Rhode Island, has recently kicked off a new initiative to better equip new Supply Corps officers with the skills and knowledge required to support the operational readiness of the fleet. 

The team aims to integrate subject matter experts into the classroom to provide hands-on experience with the systems the students will work with out in the fleet. Each Basic Qualification Course (BQC) class will have the opportunity to learn from these experts.

Recently Navy Cash Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) representatives Andy Yager and Hugh Chin and Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) Integrator Schanen Wiley came to the schoolhouse to discuss Navy Cash and the critical role it plays in financial management aboard naval vessels. 

The Navy Cash program is a vital element of the Navy’s financial ecosystem, streamlining monetary transactions onboard ships and reducing the need for cash handling. With seamless digital payment systems, Navy Cash helps safeguard the financial interests of Sailors and ensures efficient financial operations. The FLC and SAIC representatives’ visits offered an in-depth overview of the system's implementation, troubleshooting equipment, and operational impacts, further emphasizing the importance of supply officers in overseeing shipboard disbursing operations.
 

Above:  Navy Cash Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) representative Hugh Chin shows students how a shipboard ATM works.Navy Cash Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) representative Hugh Chin shows students how a shipboard ATM works.

During the briefs, the representatives highlighted the following key aspects:
1.    System Overview: Navy Cash integrates electronic banking and payment systems onboard ships, offering Sailors secure access to their funds without the need for traditional cash.

2.    Operational Support: The supply officers were briefed on how to manage the Navy Cash system aboard their ships, with practical tips on preventing and troubleshooting common issues, managing accounts, and ensuring smooth operations during deployments.

3.    Security Measures: Emphasis was placed on the importance of cybersecurity and safeguarding personal information, which supply officers will be responsible for in their roles.

4.    Real-World Application: Several case studies were presented to demonstrate how Navy Cash has benefited ships during extended deployments, reducing the administrative burden and increasing operational efficiency.

The students were also briefly introduced to the new Navy Cash 2.0 system, also known as “Eagle Cash.”  Talk on major equipment changes, what to expect for installation, and general operability of the new system were provided as a baseline to better prepare students, because most will go through the upgrade at some point during their tours. 
For BQC students, these visits will provide a valuable opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of one of the financial systems they will encounter in the fleet. The sessions will include also include the chance for students to ask detailed questions about the challenges they might face. They will also be provided with tangible practice with the different facets of the Navy Cash system.
This and future visits exemplify the NSCS’s commitment to fostering a strong foundation in both technical skills and operational awareness for future Navy supply officers, ensuring they are ready to meet the demands of the fleet from day one.

Stay mission-ready, stay informed, and make the most of every learning opportunity.

Above:  Navy Cash Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) representative Hugh Chin walks students through the Navy Cash program during his visit to the schoolhouse.