Anthropic Wins Injunction Against Supply-Chain Label Judge issues a 43-page injunction on Mar 26, 2026 blocking a federal supply-chain label; ruling affects AI defense contracting and procurement urgency.

Anthropic Wins Injunction Against Supply-Chain Label: Judge issues a 43-page injunction on Mar 26, 2026 blocking a federal supply-chain label; ruling affects AI defense contracting and procurement urgency. 👈 Read full analysis #Anthropic #AI #SupplyChain #Injunction #DefenseContracting

KEYS TO BETTER CONTRACTING - Measure what works. Better measurement of agile acquisition vehicles is critical and incentives are the true drivers of innovation.

KEYS TO BETTER CONTRACTING - Measure what works. Better measurement of agile acquisition vehicles is critical and incentives are the true drivers of innovation.
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ESOPs Explained: Succession, Legacy, and Employee Ownership with Kelly Finnell What if exiting your business did not mean selling out your people, your culture, or your legacy? In this episode, David Carr sits down with Kelly Finnell, President of EFS ESOP Consultants and one of the nation’s leading experts on Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), to unpack how employee ownership can be a powerful succession and liquidity strategy for business owners. With more than 40 years of experience helping founders transition ownership, Kelly breaks down what ESOPs actually are, how they work, and why they are often misunderstood. Together, David and Kelly explore why ESOPs appeal to what Kelly calls “compassionate capitalists” — leaders who want to achieve full fair market value for their business while also protecting employees, preserving culture, and sustaining long-term legacy. The conversation covers how ESOPs differ from private equity and strategic buyers, how tax advantages play a critical role, and why alignment between owners, employees, and performance creates healthier, more resilient organizations. Grounded in real-world case studies across engineering, defense contracting, and professional services, this episode reframes succession planning as a leadership decision — not just a financial transaction. In this episode: - What an ESOP is and how it works in plain language - Why ESOPs are an alternative to private equity and third-party sales - The role of legacy, culture, and stewardship in ownership transitions - How ESOPs align employee motivation with long-term performance - Common myths and misconceptions about ESOPs - What makes a company a strong (or weak) ESOP candidate Links mentioned in this episode: - EFS ESOP Consultants https://www.execfin.com - Kelly Finnell on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/esopcoach - The ESOP Coach (book by Kelly Finnell) https://www.esopcoach.com

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CMMC Phase One has begun (Nov 10), so military contracting officers may now include the requirement for compliance with CMMC Levels 1 and 2 in new contracts... [8-minute read/listen] bryl.us/rygr #CMMC #DefenseContracting

CMMC enforcement is coming fast.
📢📢 48 CFR cleared review — final rule drops soon.
Contractors should:
✅ Upload NIST SP 800-171 to SPRS
✅ Update SSP
✅ Know your level & path

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UPCOMING CMMC EVENTS & CONFERENCES

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IMPORTANCE OF CAGE CODES IN ASSESSMENTS

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ADVICE FOR BUSINESSES ON CMMC REQUIREMENTS

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G-CODE DEBATE: IS IT CUI?

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Better measurement of AGILE ACQUISITION VEHICLES is critical if we are to understand the value of our national investments and rely on them as engines of innovation.
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Anduril, Rheinmetall partner to build military drones for Europe. - Anyone else following the life and times of Trump-loving, California #TechBro Palmer Luckey and his disruptive, upstart #defense company #Anduril? He’s a fascinating, and somewhat scary fellow - despite, or maybe because of his […]

110 controls. Tons of confusion. One plain-English breakdown.

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SpaceX Reportedly Leads Bid for Trump's 'Golden Dome' Missile Shield, Musk Denies - WinBuzzer Elon Musk's SpaceX has been named the lead bidder for Trump's satellite missile tracking system, sparking conflict of interest concerns from lawmakers.

SpaceX Reportedly Leads Bid for Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Missile Shield, Musk Denies

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Defense Department scraps $5.1B worth of technology and consulting contracts   The U.S. Defense Department is scrapping a set of technology and consulting contracts worth $5.1 billion. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth directed officials to make the cuts in a Thursday memorandum....

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Tools to Speed Up Compliance

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Improving Your SPRS Score

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The Importance of Encryption

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The Role of Documentation in Compliance

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How to Select a C3PAO for Your CMMC Assessment | Free Guide from Hive Systems Preparing for a CMMC assessment? Learn how to choose the right C3PAO with our free guide. Get expert tips, red flags to watch for, and key questions to ask before selecting your Certified Third Party…

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Listen to our latest podcast! funinja.bsky.app and I break down CMMC basics, compliance, and what it means for SMBs! youtu.be/BiqsWCJKJCQ

Decoding the 32 CFR rule: This episode, we tackle the big questions on POAM deadlines, FIPS encryption, and the ripple effects for subcontractors in CMMC compliance.

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DoD contractors: Ready for CMMC 2.0? 🚨 Dive into key updates, challenges, and tips to navigate the 48 CFR rule

Don’t wait—get compliant and stay ahead!

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U.S. Navy Receives First Aircraft under Super Hornet Block III Modernization The jets received a large area display, enhanced computing, Tactical Targeting Network Technology, and a Distributed Targeting Processor.

U.S. Navy Receives First Aircraft under Super Hornet Block III Modernization
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U.S. State Department Approves $215.5M AMRAAM Sale to Denmark Denmark has requested to buy 84 AIM-120C-8 AMRAAM missiles.

U.S. State Department Approves $215.5M AMRAAM Sale to Denmark
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U.S. Army Orders $483M JAGM, Hellfire Missiles
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