Navigating Government Supply Chain Scrutiny: Strategic Advice For University Procurement Leaders

In an era of heightened national security concerns, U.S. research universities face unprecedented scrutiny over foreign influence risks from their suppliers, partners, and collaborators. Understanding and mitigating these threats is no longer just a compliance issue, but a critical imperative for protecting intellectual property, research integrity, and institutional reputation.

Join Jeff Groves, CEO and founder of Groves and Co., Travis Knapp, VP of revenue at Groves and Co., and Brian Mackerer, VP of Sales at Craft on Oct 20 at 10am PT |1Ppm ET as we explore how sophisticated, government-grade intelligence practices can be effectively adapted for higher education procurement, research security, and compliance.

Key Takeaways:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the evolving foreign influence threat landscape from a national security perspective.
• Discover how U.S. government agencies analyze and mitigate foreign influence risks with their suppliers.
• Learn practical strategies for adapting government methodologies to your university’s specific challenges.
• Explore how data intelligence platforms can empower your institution to proactively identify and manage foreign influence in supply chains and research.