Securing Defense Supply Chain: The Rugged Difference

The advancement of technology is a double-sided coin on one side, the defense sector now has access to devices with unparalleled capabilities that completely upgrade the accuracy, reliability, and speediness of operations, but on the other side, other military operations have access to similar advanced technology. This dilemma has made the need for safe and secure as well as powerful technology present in the militarys operations more critical than ever.

Specifically, regarding the militarys essential supply chain and defense delivery, cyber attacks at any point along this line can create major consequences and risk the safety of multiple tiers of personnel. Due to increased risk for cyber attacks, the militarys supply chain is being seen as a potential weak link. If this issue is not solved, it can create problems way beyond the shipment of critical supplies.

To meet this need, DT Researchs military-grade tablets were designed to provide powerful management and protection capabilities for supply chains and defense deliveries in this cyber-ruled world. 

In many respects, military readiness and effectiveness have always been imperative for supply chains. In the digital age, parts of the military involved in moving materials, supplies, and machines, must be able to respond swiftly to unpredictable situations and constantly changing geopolitical landscapes. To achieve this, distribution must be streamlined. DT Research’s military-grade rugged tablets play a vital role in securing networks and communication for supply chains as well as utilizing robust applications to manage, track, and predict necessary supplies and shipments.

This uncompromising level of military readiness requires enhanced equipment tracking and logistics. DT Researchs rugged tablets ensure that all personnel are able to do the following: 

  • Quickly plan, track and manage supply chains
  • Protected communication between personnel
  • Real-time equipment and supply movement tracking
  • Supply chain decision support and analysis
  • Inventory tracking
  • Transportation vehicle management

When using a DT Research rugged tablet to perform any of these measures, military personnel can trust that their communications and information is completely protected from cyber attacks. An array of security measures are built into the rugged tablets to fortify all cyber actions. This includes multiple identification tools, restricted communication channels, and private networks. This secure form of supply chain management is what is pushing rugged tablets to the forefront of military operations.

Specifically, military personnel can rely on these key rugged tablet capabilities:

  • GNSS capabilities
  • Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 
  • Private Networks
  • Restricted Access 
  • GPS 
  • Remote Wiping
  • Real-Time Communication
  • CAC Reader

The principal tactical benefit of rugged tablets employed in the supply chain is the secure reception of data to and from all tiers of the system. This can ensure strategic shipments of necessary supplies as well as safe and on-time arrival. 

The logistical, management and cyber needs of the military will continue to evolve along with the changing geopolitical landscape. This is a significant reason why the many uses of DT Researchs rugged tablets will continue to expand. With military-grade rugged tablets, the Department of Defense can meet those evolving needs head