The Department of Defense (DoD) has published the unclassified National Defense Industrial Strategy Implementation Plan (NDIS-IP). This plan outlines how the DoD intends to achieve the four strategic priorities established in the National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS). The document, released by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy, details ongoing and future actions aimed at modernizing the defense industrial base.

The NDIS-IP identifies six cross-cutting initiatives and associated lines of effort. These initiatives are designed to create a more resilient defense industrial ecosystem and mitigate risks. The plan highlights activities across various DoD components and services, while also recognizing contributions from private industry, international allies, and partners. It underscores that this is not solely a DoD initiative.

"Publishing the NDIS was a significant accomplishment as we work to strengthen the size and resilience of our industrial base," said Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment William LaPlante. "But we've always said that it was only the first step—implementation is what really matters. While we still have a lot of work ahead of us, this implementation plan is showing that we remain focused on putting words into tangible actions."

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Industrial Base Policy Dr. Laura Taylor-Kale stated, "This implementation plan offers industry, global allies, and partners clear direction on the Department's priorities for industrial capacity building." She emphasized that coordinated efforts across the DoD are necessary, along with support from interagency partners, industry stakeholders, international collaborators, and Congress.

A classified annex to the NDIS-IP will be released in due course. It will provide further details on vulnerabilities and outline steps necessary for ensuring resilience and strength within the DoD. The unclassified version of NDIS-IP along with a factsheet is available online.