Security is on the Ground: The Future of Resilient Manufacturing

For now, just keep Drones in the sky – The security is also on the ground.

Supply chain interruptions are a profound test of our infrastructure and national security. We need to focus on what builds resilient, local manufacturing networks with digital technologies.

Here’s how we can advance national readiness – together:

  • Digital Part Libraries – quarantined catalogs of ready-to-use parts where mission-critical production starts with a click.
  • Networks of Local Manufacturers – professionals who can produce parts at a moment’s notice for water, power, and transport.
  • Government & Business Collaboration – public–private partnerships to coordinate rapid response and share expertise.
  • Home-Based Makers & Hobbyists – everyday people with 3D printers who can play a vital role in disaster response.

The Result: A water pump is repaired in hours, not months. When disaster strikes, a digitally-connected ecosystem of professionals and makers moves instantly.