Jim de Vries

Jim de Vries, founder of Enhance International Group and project manager for the MXD Trustworthy Supply Chain Transparency Survey, discusses the critical need for transparency in defense supply chains. He highlights how the origins of raw materials and reliance on foreign suppliers, especially from China, compromise trust. The conversation delves into the hidden complexities of tier-two suppliers and the challenges posed by the lack of electronic records. Jim invites manufacturers to participate in the survey, emphasizing its benefits and the importance of maintaining an ongoing trust acceleration index.