"Deployable microfactories like Firestorm’s xCell redefine contested logistics — precision manufacturing brought directly to the field, ensuring mission-critical parts are delivered in hours, not weeks. This is the future of resilient supply chains."

Defense tech manufacturers are racing to catch up and meet urgent national needs. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson highlights the latest investments and initiatives shaping the future of defense manufacturing—and why this sector is setting the pace for advanced supply chains. #DefenseTech #SupplyChain #AdvancedManufacturing #Resilience #Innovation

Defense tech manufacturers are racing to catch up and meet urgent national needs. In this Supply Chain Byte, Lisa Anderson highlights the latest investments and initiatives shaping the future of defense manufacturing—and why this sector is setting the pace for advanced supply chains. #DefenseTech #SupplyChain #AdvancedManufacturing #Resilience #Innovation

The complexities of modern aerospace and defense programs demand more than traditional methods. Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) isn’t just transforming design—it’s revolutionizing how we deliver. By integrating MBSE into the manufacturing process, teams gain: End-to-end traceability from concept through production Reduced cost and risk through earlier validation A seamless digital thread that connects design, engineering, and operations It’s time for the industry to evolve beyond silos and into a smarter, more connected future. Learn more by watching this video or reach out to us. https://lnkd.in/guASS9N8 #Aerospace #Defense #ManufacturingInnovation  

Integrating PlanetTogether APS with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) software offers several advantages, primarily by providing a more realistic and detailed production plan that aligns with the overall business objectives of S&OP.

China outbuilds America's ships at a staggering 230:1 ratio. While the Pentagon spends over £630 billion annually on defence, this stark reality exposes a critical weakness in how we procure military capabilities. The issue isn't funding—it's a procurement system that rewards process over performance and stifles the very innovation our forces desperately need... Via Andreessen Horowitz, Saronic CEO Dino Mavrookas argues the solution lies in three key reforms. First, maximise commercial contracting methods like Other Transaction Authorities to broaden competition beyond traditional defence giants. Second, reduce compliance burdens that effectively shut out innovative newcomers with breakthrough technologies. Finally, shift incentives to reward speed and delivery over bureaucratic box-ticking. Companies like three-year-old Saronic Technologies prove this approach works—they've already brought multiple autonomous surface vessels to market by leveraging commercial supply chains and rapid prototyping. Yet our acquisition framework remains stuck in the past whilst strategic competitors race ahead. What's the biggest barrier preventing your organisation from adopting more agile procurement practices? 🚢 #defenceprocurement #innovation #manufacturing #government #technology

🔥 Machining + Automation is on fire. With the right team and approach, shops are turning backlog into throughput—and quotes into ship dates. Why now? • Record $895B U.S. defense budget (FY’25 NDAA) → demand for precision machining & automation. • CHIPS Act + reshoring → secure domestic supply chains. • AUKUS Pillar II → allied collaboration in hypersonics, autonomy, and undersea tech. On the floor: lights-out cells, probing, pallet pools, and closed-loop QC are becoming the standard. At the shows: • Paris Air Show 2025 → capacity, not concepts, stole the spotlight. • Farnborough 2024 → £81B in deals, 260 aircraft, 800+ engines—all looking for reliable machining partners. 👉 The gap isn’t demand. It’s ready capacity. Those who build cross-functional teams, automate smart, and certify compliance will win the work. #Aerospace #Defense #Machining #Automation #Manufacturing #Reshoring

✈️ From factory floor to frontline, precision matters in the Aerospace supply chain. Discover how to optimize end-to-end transportation for efficiency, agility, and mission success. 🔗 Read more on our Bison blog: https://hubs.la/Q03G-69t0