Compliance.
ITAR, EAR, DFARS, CMMC, AS9102, the regulatory landscape every Tier-2 defense fabricator operates inside.
- Defense6 min
CMMC Level 2 for Tier-2 Defense Manufacturers: What Phase 2 Means in November 2026
CMMC Phase 1 is active now. Phase 2 hits November 10, 2026, when Level 2 third-party assessments become the default requirement. Here's what defense Tier-2 manufacturers need to know.
Jun 20, 2026 - Cross-cutting6 min
ITAR vs EAR: Which Export Rules Govern Your Engineering Drawing
ITAR controls defense articles on the USML. EAR controls dual-use items on the CCL. The wrong classification on a drawing is a million-dollar penalty waiting to happen.
Mar 12, 2026 - Defense6 min
DFARS 252.225-7009: What Specialty Metals Compliance Really Requires
What DFARS clause 252.225-7009 (JAN 2023) actually requires from your fabricator: definitions, domestic-source rule, and the four most common procurement mistakes.
Feb 27, 2026
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