The dramatic challenges faced by modern supply chains, such as labor shortages, rising costs, and unpredictable demand, highlight the necessity of innovative approaches to remain competitive. Traditional methods are increasingly proving insufficient within the volatile environment created by these
The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry is at a critical juncture in the United States. With rapid advancements in technology and increasing competition from countries like China, the need for a cohesive federal policy framework has never been more pressing. The recently published federal policy
The U.S. Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) Office of Information and Communications Technology and Services (OICTS) has finalized a set of regulations that impose significant restrictions on the importation and sale of connected vehicles (CVs) and related hardware and
Industrial Control Systems (ICS) are fundamental to maintaining the seamless operation of critical infrastructures, from power grids to manufacturing plants. However, the enduring nature and inflexibility of Operational Technology (OT) devices, which frequently remain in service for decades, pose
Global supply chains have been scrutinized intensely since the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The pandemic, evolving cybersecurity threats, and heightened global competition have brought supply chain vulnerabilities to the forefront of national security discussions. This
The manufacturing industry is facing an unprecedented surge in cyberattacks, with the frequency, magnitude, and financial impact of these attacks escalating rapidly. According to IBM’s 2024 X-Force Threat Intelligence Report, manufacturing has been the primary target of cyberattacks for three c
