The next phase of lunar development will focus on establishing a reliable transportation system rather than relying on individual missions. History shows that successful economies emerge from dependable logistics networks. To foster a lunar economy, frequent trips must be prioritized to drive down costs and improve reliability, facilitating sustained activity on the Moon.

The Artemis program signifies a shift from exploratory missions to developing sustainable economic activity in space, paralleling the evolution of aviation from rudimentary flight to a vital industry. Unlike Apollo, which proved human capability in deep space, Artemis aims to establish foundational infrastructure for a robust space economy over time.