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How did Rome change its military after the wars against Fidenae and Veii?

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ancient Rome The Temple of Saturn (foreground) and the Arch of Septimius Severus in the Roman Forum.

During the wars against Fidenae and Veii, Rome implemented several significant changes to its military structure and administration to support its expanding operations:

Leadership: The number of military tribunes with consular power was increased, moving from three to four and eventually to six.1
Compensation: In 406 BCE, Rome instituted military pay for its soldiers.1
Cavalry: In 403 BCE, the size of the Roman cavalry was increased.1

These adjustments occurred during a period of intense conflict that resulted in the annexation of Veii and a substantial increase in Roman territory.1