If you produce defense-related articles, Canada is the natural choice when you look to expand internationally. But do you need to comply with ITAR in order to export to Canada? In today’s blog, we give you all the information you need to know. What Is ITAR? The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), is a…
ITAR and EAR are two sets of regulations with similar purposes. However, there are also some important differences between them. Keep reading to learn more about ITAR and EAR, including a detailed review of their scope and application. What Is ITAR? The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (or ITAR) is a set of controls administered…
Defense contractors need to self-assess their compliance with NIST SP 800-171 into the Supply Performance Risk System (SPRS). However, some contractors experience difficulties gaining access to the system through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIIE). If that’s your case, we have good news: you can also submit your SPRS score via email. In today’s post,…
If you are part of the defense industry in any capacity, chances are good that you have read or heard the term “ITAR Countries.” But what are they, exactly? In today’s post, we explore this essential component of ITAR compliance. A Quick Introduction to ITAR The International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) is a United…
When it comes to ITAR, questions are never in short supply among contractors. For example, one of the most common is “Can I email ITAR data?” In today’s blog, we provide an answer. What Is ITAR Data and Why Is It Important? The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) controls the export and import of…
The main goal of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is to control the export of military and defense technology. And while this seems straightforward enough, things get a bit more complex when you take a closer look. For example: who is a U.S. person under ITAR? In today’s blog post, we give you…
In the alphabet soup of acronyms you need to be familiar with as a defense contractor, two terms stand out: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Is ITAR data always CUI? What about the opposite? Keep reading to discover the answers to these questions. What Is CUI? Controlled Unclassified Information,…