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Confronting the Challenges of Supply Chain Security

Webinar | 09.25.19, 9:00 AM EDT - 10:30 AM EDT

In the constantly evolving world of government contracts compliance, risks emerging from the supply chain present one of the most complex and daunting set of challenges confronting defense contractors today.  Treated increasingly as risks to security and mission readiness—rather than simply a matter of contract performance and regulatory compliance—supply chain risks are prompting the rapid development and imposition of new requirements, while simultaneously creating novel intersections with existing compliance obligations and liability regimes.  


This webinar will provide an overview of the many facets of supply chain risks increasingly confronting contractors, discuss recent trends and hot topics, and share insights on practical steps contractors can begin to take to meet the mounting challenges of supply chain security. 


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