Solving defense supply chain visibility through governed data sharing
Oct 9, 2026

Summary
This post details the technical challenges of achieving supply chain visibility in the defense sector, specifically highlighting the failure of centralized platforms and direct ERP connections at scale. It proposes a federated data sharing model as a solution, emphasizing the need for governed access to replace manual data calls. The post outlines the benefits for various stakeholders and provides guidance on launching a pilot exchange, laying the groundwork for a new capability in secure, cross-organizational data collaboration.