Executive Summary
The modern defense supply chain spans 12,000+ global suppliers, many operating across five to seven tiers — each introducing hidden risks.
Traditional systems struggle to maintain visibility beyond Tier 2, leaving defense contractors blind to 80% of their risk exposure.
Netray’s AI-driven supply chain visibility platform delivers:
- Real-time multi-tier monitoring without exposing sensitive data
- 73% fewer disruptions through early-risk detection
- Automated DFARS, ITAR, and CMMC compliance
- 45% lower management overhead via intelligent automation
Defense supply chains face severe visibility gaps beyond Tier 1, with 73% of sub-tier suppliers in high-risk regions and most lacking cybersecurity maturity. Sharing data creates unacceptable exposure of classified information.
Netray’s AI agents solve this through privacy-preserving analytics—using federated learning, homomorphic encryption, and zero-knowledge proofs to deliver up to 95% visibility, detect risks months earlier, and maintain zero data leakage.Implementation Roadmap
- Assessment (Weeks 1–4) – Map visibility gaps and align with ITAR/CMMC frameworks
- Pilot (Weeks 5–12) – Deploy AI agents with 50–100 suppliers across 2–3 tiers
- Scale (Weeks 13–26) – Expand to full network with automated risk alerts
- Optimize (Weeks 27–39) – Add predictive analytics, compliance automation, and ERP integrations
Average Deployment Time: 6–9 months (67% faster than legacy systems)
Proven Results
Aerospace Prime Contractor Case Study
- Scope: 8,500+ suppliers, $12 B program under ITAR constraints
- Outcome: 73% fewer disruptions, 85-day faster risk detection, $47 M annual savings
Compliance Alignment
- ITAR & DFARS: Controlled technical data remains encrypted
- CMMC Levels 1–3: Continuous verification of security controls
- Audit & Export Readiness: Automated reporting and access logging
The Future: AI-Driven Supply Chain Intelligence
Emerging capabilities include:
- Quantum-safe encryption for post-quantum security
- Autonomous procurement agents
- Digital-twin simulations for predictive supply-chain modeling
- Blockchain-based compliance verification
Conclusion
Defense programs can no longer rely on reactive visibility or unsecured data sharing.
AI agents deliver multi-tier transparency, predictive risk prevention, and complete data sovereignty — all in real time.
Netray’s mission: Empower defense organizations with secure, intelligent supply-chain oversight that protects both performance and confidentiality.
