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interos.ai Achieves FedRAMP High Authorization, Bringing Predictive Supply Chain Risk Intelligence to Federal Agencies

Federal agencies and defense industrial base partners have long faced a frustrating gap. The tools built to secure critical supply chains often couldn’t operate inside federal environments themselves. Today, that gap closes for interos.ai federal customers. We’re proud to announce that interos.ai has achieved Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High Authorization, achieved in […]

October 12, 2026·Federal·interos.ai

From Insight to Action: Introducing iflow™

iflow™ brings end-to-end contextual AI to iQ, closing the gap between illuminating supply chain insights and taking action, right into your ERP system of record. Fewer than 10% of Fortune 1000 companies have real visibility beyond their direct suppliers. Even when a risk is visible, turning an insight into a task, assigned to the right […]

October 8, 2026·Product Launch·interos.ai

The Era of Uncertainty: Why AI Governance Will Decide Both Market Share and Global Power

On August 4th, the White House met with executives from the leading frontier AI companies. The meeting was initially aimed to clarify the June 2nd Executive Order (EO). According to the EO, within 60 days of its release, a new voluntary framework will be introduced for U.S. organizations to submit frontier models for governmental review […]

August 12, 2026·AI, Cyber, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

China’s AI Race: What Kimi K3, DeepSeek, and Export Controls Mean for Global Risk

In January 2025, the Chinese app, DeepSeek, became the number one downloaded app on Apple. Marc Andressen declared DeepSeek’s release “AI’s Sputnik moment.” Fast forward 18 months, and a Chinese company has yet again sparked global shockwaves. In mid-July, Chinese startup Moonshot AI released Kimi K3, a model viewed as on par with the most […]

August 6, 2026·AI, Cyber, Geopolitical, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

The Evolution of AI Risk : What the Hugging Face Breach Reveals About Autonomous AI Threats

On July 16, the AI model database site, Hugging Face, announced a breach of its production infrastructure. In their disclosure, they identified an autonomous AI agent as the culprit, who accessed internal datasets and credentials, and declared “This matches the “agentic attacker” scenario the industry has been forecasting.” Less than a week later, OpenAI claimed […]

July 31, 2026·AI, Cyber, Global Events, Uncategorized·Andrea Little Limbago

What the 2026 Critical Minerals Executive Order Means for Your Supply Chain

In November 2025, the U.S. Geological Survey released an updated list of Critical Minerals, with 60 minerals spanning aluminum to zirconium. Flagged due to their potential effects to disrupt the U.S. economy and trade, as well as single points of failure, the USGS expanded the previous list based on interagency input, including from the Pentagon […]

July 22, 2026·Uncategorized·interos.ai

Section 1260H List Grows to 188 Companies: Supply Chain Risk Implications for U.S. Businesses

On June 8, 2026, the Pentagon released a significant update to the Section 1260H of the NDAA 2021 List, flagging 188 companies as linked to the Chinese military. The updated list expands to include companies such as Baidu, Alibaba, Robosense Technology, and electric car maker BYD. They join previous companies on the list largely in […]

June 10, 2026·Geopolitical, Regulations & Compliance, Supply Chain Best Practices·Andrea Little Limbago

El Niño Is Here. Is Your Supply Chain Ready?

A Super El Niño is developing and based on current El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) models, there’s a 96% chance it persists through the winter of 2026–27. That’s not a forecast to file away. For procurement teams, logistics managers, and risk officers, it’s a countdown. What makes this cycle particularly sharp is the whiplash effect. Australia […]

June 8, 2026·Catastrophic, Global Events, Supply Chain Best Practices·Nina Grant

Critical Minerals Supply Chain Risk: What the U.S.-India Framework Means for Your Business

Earlier this week, the U.S. and India signed a Critical Minerals Framework. As noted in the announcement, the two countries will, “engage in international efforts to protect sensitive supply chains from coercive market practices and reduce our collective vulnerability to single-source monopolies.” Announced during a meeting of the Quad (U.S., India, Japan, and Australia) partners, […]

May 28, 2026·AI, Geopolitical, Global Events, Regulations & Compliance·Andrea Little Limbago

Supply Chains Under Pressure: Forced Labor, Shifting Tariffs, and the China Summit

In the past few months, the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs, while the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) ruled against the Trump administration’s subsequent Section 122 10% global tariff rate. As companies scramble to obtain tariff refunds, many are questioning the longevity of those remaining tariffs. Specifically, […]

May 13, 2026·ESG, Geopolitical, Global Events, Regulations & Compliance, Tariffs, Uncategorized·Andrea Little Limbago

iQ brings unprecedented AI-driven outcomes for supply chain risk intelligence

From reactive firefighting to proactive resilience, across reputational risk, tariff exposure, and product-level disruption.

April 24, 2026·AI, Financial Risk, Geopolitical, Product Launch, Tariffs·interos.ai

Global Economic Ripple Effects of War: Exploring the Next Wave of Supply Chain Disruptions to the US Economy

Monday’s naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is the latest escalation of the US/Israeli war in Iran. The economic consequences of the first six weeks of the war are stark. Oil prices have passed over $100 barrel following the failed peace negotiations. US inflation spiked to its highest rate in years. Fertilizer prices have surged over 50%. The United Nation warns of a ‘triple shock’ to the global economy caused by […]

April 14, 2026·Geopolitical·Andrea Little Limbago

Middle East Supply Chain Risk: How the War in Iran Affects Global Trade

The G7 and the International Energy Agency announced a historic and record release of oil reserves last week. Aluminum prices are spiking. Iran’s new Supreme Leader promises to keep the Strait of Hormuz unsafe for passage. The 10-year Treasury bond yields continue to rise, a potential harbinger of weakening global interest in a historic safe […]

March 18, 2026·Geopolitical·Andrea Little Limbago

A Two-Front War: War in Iran and an AI Ban Shock Supply Chains

In the past few days, kinetic and regulatory wars have been launched, with significant implications for the future of warfare and global supply chains. With Operation Epic Fury, the US and Israel attacked targets in Iran. The military operation continues to evolve, as more US forces flow into the Middle East and retaliatory attacks spread […]

March 3, 2026·Geopolitical·Andrea Little Limbago

A Decision, New Tariffs, and No Resolution

“IEEPA contains no reference to tariffs or duties,” is the summation of the almost 200-page, 6-3 Supreme Court ruling today. In a blow to the Trump administration, the Supreme Court struck down the tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The ruling does not resolve the refund process for the $200 billion […]

February 20, 2026·Geopolitical, Global Events, Tariffs·Andrea Little Limbago

The Era of Mineral Naivete is Over: Insights from the Critical Minerals & National Security Hill Summit

The moment is now. If there was one major theme from this week’s Critical Minerals & National Security Hill Summit, it was the urgency and importance of acting now to derisk critical minerals supply chains before it is too late. Bringing together industry entrepreneurs, allies, and members of Congress, there was stark alignment on the […]

December 5, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

Beyond the Buzz: How China’s Export News is Only Part of the Economic Transformation Underway

Authors: Andrea Little Limbago, Mackenzie Clark, and Theodore DeWitt China’s exports to the U.S. dropped 25% from the same month last year. Those calling this an unexpected shift have not been paying attention. Almost a decade into a trade war that has seen thousands of companies added to various restrictions lists and tariff fluctuations including […]

November 10, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events·interos.ai

The CFO’s Supply Chain Playbook: Planning for Cost and Margin Wins

CFOs are currently navigating the “Bermuda Triangle” of macroeconomic pressures as they navigate over-regulation, geopolitical tensions, and extended supplier networks. In this environment, the ability to adapt financial strategies, particularly around pricing, has become increasingly critical to organizational performance. According to Deloitte’s Q3 CFO Signals survey, 86% of CFOs say pricing will become more important […]

November 6, 2025·AI, Financial Risk, Tariffs·interos.ai

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: A Supply Chain View for 2025

Authors: Dr. Andrea Little Limbago and Ben Gowan As Cybersecurity Awareness Month draws to a close, protecting our systems must be a focus throughout the year, not just in October. Most overviews and trainings focus on the ransomware and phishing attacks that dominate the headlines, as they continue to be the most prominent and financially […]

October 30, 2025·Cyber, Geopolitical, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

F5 Security Incident Exposed 3.7 Million Companies Globally – Learn how to Mitigate its Supply Chain Exposure

On October 15th, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a directive to address critical vulnerabilities in F5 devices. While they note an immediate risk to Federal networks, the risk and their mitigation recommendations are much broader. As CISA’s Acting Director, Madhu Gottumukkala, states, “These same risks extend to any organization using this technology, […]

October 20, 2025·AI, Cyber, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

Why Product-Level Tracking is Critical for Supply Chain Operations

Supply chains are more complex and more fragile than ever. Products are intricate assemblies, composed of hundreds or even thousands of parts sourced from suppliers across the globe. A single smartphone, care, or industrial machine depends on components from a wide network of suppliers, each with its own supply chain, production schedules, and potential vulnerabilities. […]

October 16, 2025·AI, Emerging Technology, Product Launch, Supply Chain Best Practices·interos.ai

A New Era of Economic Warfare

Authors: Andrea Little Limbago and Mackenzie Clark In July 2018, the US imposed a 25% tariff on over $30B worth of Chinese imports. Growing concern over Chinese trade practices sparked the introduction of tariffs largely targeting those highlighted in China’s ‘Made in China 2025’ strategy. Immediately in response, China retaliated with tariffs on over $30B […]

October 10, 2025·Financial Risk, Geopolitical, Global Events, Regulations & Compliance·Andrea Little Limbago

Understanding the BIS 50% Rule: How Companies Can Stay Compliant and Resilient

Authors: Andrea Little Limbago and Mackenzie Clark For months, there have been rumors the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) would expand its Entity and Military End-User list to also include subsidiaries. On September 29th, this update was finally announced, expanding each list to automatically include subsidiaries and affiliates owned 50% […]

October 1, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, Regulations & Compliance·Andrea Little Limbago

Supply Chain Logistics: The Exploitation and Weaponization of Transportation Networks

In the past month, cyber attacks have targeted the information technology foundational to the transportation networks undergirding global supply chains. In the past year, in several geopolitical hot spots, physical manipulation and infiltration of transportation networks are on the rise to achieve military objectives. At the same time, ‘traditional’ supply chain attacks continue to increase, […]

September 25, 2025·AI, Cyber, Global Events·Andrea Little Limbago

One Million Businesses in the Path of Super Typhoon Ragasa Signals the New Normal for Supply Chains

Author: Julia Hazel, PhD While the Atlantic remains relatively quiet, Pacific Typhoon activity has shifted into high gear. In the wake of the path of Tropical Storm Mitag, Super Typhoon Ragasa formed over the Philippines Sea on September 18th. Ragasa quickly became the strongest storm on earth in 2025, reaching sustained wind speeds of over […]

September 24, 2025·AI, Catastrophic, Global Events·interos.ai

GAO-25-107283 Analysis: Defense Supply Chain Risks Are Escalating

The defense supply chain is stronger with continuous, real-time monitoring. GAO‑25‑107283, a report recently released by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), highlights critical supply chain vulnerabilities across the Department of Defense’s 200,000+ supplier ecosystem. Areas for improvement include limited traceability of foreign-origin materials, visibility into lower-tier vendors, and streamlined contractual reporting. The dangers aren’t […]

August 29, 2025·AI, Federal, Geopolitical·interos.ai

Navigating Global Headwinds: Frances Townsend Joins interos.ai’s Supply Chain Risk Intelligence Summit

From international conflicts and cyber warfare to tariffs and trade protectionism, today’s geopolitical landscape is creating unprecedented challenges for global supply chains. These forces directly affect material costs, logistics and overall operational stability, leaving companies to navigate increasing uncertainty. Now more than ever, leaders must understand how national security concerns and international politics can quickly […]

August 27, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, News·interos.ai

Marci Rossell to Deliver Keynote on Navigating Economic Turbulence at 2025 Risk Intelligence Summit

As economic pressure mounts, global supply chains are under extraordinary strain. Shifting tariffs and trade disputes are forcing companies to rethink sourcing strategies. Geopolitical tensions are introducing costly delays and unpredictable bottlenecks. It’s clear that the ability to anticipate and adapt is no longer optional. Business leaders need a clear-eyed, forward-looking view of where supply […]

August 21, 2025·AI, Financial Risk, Global Events, News·interos.ai

Global Port Disruptions are Redefining Supply Chain Strategies

Recent headlines about the Panama Canal, port concessions in Latin America, and strategic realignments in global shipping have reignited conversations across the logistics and procurement world. For organizations, these developments are immediate signals to assess risk exposure, optimize routing decisions and reevaluate resilience strategies. At interos.ai, our latest analysis shows that these developments are already […]

August 20, 2025·AI, Geopolitical, Global Events, News·interos.ai

An Actionable Approach to Supplier Alternatives: interos.ai Unveils Similar Suppliers to Turn Risk into Strategic Advantage

See how itariffs and Similar Suppliers can help you stay ahead of tariff changes and provide actionable insights and next steps to mitigate risk. With unprecedented supply chain volatility, identifying and engaging with alternative suppliers is no longer just tactical, it’s a necessity to keep your organization running at maximum efficiency. However, finding alternative […]

August 19, 2025·AI, Emerging Technology, Federal, News, Product Launch, Tariffs·interos.ai

2025 Risk Intelligence Summit: Supply Chain is Risky Business

Your supply chain is the lifeline of your business. However, with rising geopolitical tensions, regulatory pressures, economic volatility and tariff whiplash, leaders need to stay ahead of costly and damaging supply chain disruptions. That’s where the 2025 interos.ai Risk Intelligence Summit can help you get ahead. This year’s sessions feature the most urgent supply chain […]

August 5, 2025·AI, Cyber, ESG, Federal, Financial Risk, News, Supply Chain Best Practices·interos.ai

2025 Risk Intelligence Summit: Insights from Leaders, For Leaders

Geopolitical shocks, trade wars, tariff policies, cyber threats and compounding supplier disruptions mean today’s supply chain challenges demand more than awareness. Whether you’re shaping strategy in the C-suite or managing frontline operations, supply chain complexities impact every facet of your work. The 2025 interos.ai Risk Intelligence Summit, ‘Supply Chain is Risky Business’, brings together the […]

July 31, 2025·AI, Cyber, ESG, Federal, Financial Risk, Geopolitical, News·interos.ai

Why Supply Chain Visibility is a CFO Imperative in 2025

72% of surveyed CFOs anticipated the North American economy would improve this year, according to Deloitte’s fourth quarter North American CFO Signals Survey. This positive outlook translated into an increased appetite for risk taking, with 67% of CFOs believing it was a good time to take greater strategic risks. However, as geopolitical tensions continue to […]

July 30, 2025·Financial Risk, Geopolitical, Global Events, Supply Chain Best Practices·interos.ai

Carp(AI) Diem: Seizing the Unique Moment in History

Author: Dr. Andrea Little Limbago, SVP, Applied AI We are at a rare moment in history, one where an industrial revolution, an information revolution, and a renaissance are all occurring at once. Whoever wins the AI race will shape a “new golden age of human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security.” This is the baseline premise […]

July 25, 2025·AI, News, Perspective·Andrea Little Limbago

Recession, Risk and Retaliation: Mapping Global Economic Fault Lines

Author: Teddy DeWitt, PhD, Lead Computational Social Scientist Recession Fears Linger Amidst Consumer Pessimism and Tariff Uncertainty The U.S. economy may be showing signs of fatigue. The Conference Board Leading Economic Index fell for the sixth straight month in May, suggesting a slowdown in American economic activity. In the wake of ongoing tariff pressures, the University […]

July 17, 2025·Financial Risk, Global Events·interos.ai

Unlock the Future of Resilient Supply Chains at the 2025 Supply Chain is Risky Business Summit

interos.ai Risk Intelligence Summit is back after a sold-out event in 2024. After a sold-out inaugural summit last year, we are excited to announce that the interos.ai Risk Intelligence Summit is back in 2025! 2025 Supply Chain Risk Intelligence Summit In today’s hyper-connected world, supply chain disruptions aren’t just inconvenient – they’re existential threats. That’s […]

July 15, 2025·AI, Catastrophic, Cyber, ESG, Federal, Financial Risk, Geopolitical, News·interos.ai

Trump’s Tariffs Shake Up Steel and Aluminum Imports

Steel and Aluminum Imports Plummet as Tariffs Take Hold President Trump’s doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from 25% to 50%, sending shockwaves through global supply chains. The new tariffs, which took effect on June 4, 2025, are part of a broader strategy to bolster domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign metals. And […]

July 3, 2025·News, Tariffs·interos.ai

Supply Chain Warfare: The New Front in Gray Zone Conflict

Authors: Andrea Little Limbago, PhD, SVP, Applied AI and Patrick Van Hull, Industry Principal Remember the empty store shelves in early 2020? COVID-19 did more than disrupt logistics. It exposed the sprawling complexity and fragility of global trade networks. What the pandemic made clear, and what we at interos.ai are always thinking, is: your supply […]

June 26, 2025·Perspective, Supply Chain Best Practices·interos.ai

Global Choke Points: Supply Chain Fallout from the Israel-Iran Conflict

Author: Andrea Little Limbago, PhD, SVP, Applied AI For decades, supply chains globalized and hyperspecialized without much consideration for geopolitics. Times have changed. On top of the horrific human toll, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine surfaced global supply chain exposure to conflict. From agriculture to energy to key metals, the Russian invasion caused significant global […]

June 25, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, News·interos.ai

From Anxiety to Clarity: Introducing itariffs for Faster Tariff Risk Intelligence

Tariff volatility is no longer a distant risk. Despite temporary pauses on reciprocal tariffs, they remain a disruption that is here to stay. April 2025’s “Liberation Day” tariffs triggered a wave of retaliatory measures, leaving supply chain teams grappling with more than just cost spikes. Companies now face a patchwork of country-specific rules, complex product […]

June 17, 2025·News, Product Launch, Tariffs·interos.ai

Innovation and Resiliency: 2025 interos.ai’s Women in Supply Chain Award Winners

At interos.ai, we’re passionate about driving innovation and resiliency in the global supply chain. That’s why we were proud to honor the achievements of women driving innovation, leadership and transformation in supply chain, risk management and procurement with our inaugural Women in Supply Chain Awards in March. On a recent episode of Supply Chain Now’s […]

June 12, 2025·News·interos.ai

Protecting Your Supply Chain from Extreme Weather: Steps to Minimize Risk

Extreme weather events, whether wildfires, hurricanes, floods, or heatwaves, can wreak havoc on supply chains, causing delays, damaging infrastructure, and disrupting critical logistics. As climate-related risks become more frequent and severe, businesses must take proactive steps to safeguard their operations. Extreme Weather Events Put 94.5 Million Businesses at Risk interos.ai data shows that last year, […]

May 29, 2025·Catastrophic, Supply Chain Best Practices·interos.ai

Ghosts in the Energy Supply Chain

Authors: Dr. Andrea Little-Limbago, SVP, Applied AI and Mackenzie Clark, Lead Computational Social Scientist The 90-day tariff détente between the US and China is not the only macro-trend upending global supply chains recently. US officials claim communication equipment and cellular radios not listed in product documentation were found within batteries and solar equipment. These inserted […]

May 21, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, Regulations & Compliance·interos.ai

When Borders Collide: The India-Pakistan Conflict and Its Global Trade Fallout

The long-standing tension between India and Pakistan has taken a critical turn as military actions and retaliatory strikes escalate in the disputed region of Kashmir. This conflict has reached levels not seen between these two countries for decades. In this analysis, we examine not only the volatile timeline of recent events but also deep […]

May 16, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, News·interos.ai

2025 Tariffs Report: Insights to Navigate Trade Wars & Supply Chain Shocks

Global supply chains continue to face growing uncertainty and disruption. As President Trump took office in January, Mexico, Canada and China came under immediate scrutiny as the United States top trade partners. The US-China trade war escalated with a series of tit-for-tat export controls, tariffs, and commercial agreement realignments threatening an accelerated bifurcation of global […]

May 8, 2025·Geopolitical, Global Events, News, Tariffs·Interos Admin

interos.ai Joins World Economic Forum’s Global Data Partnership Against Forced Labour

At interos.ai, we believe transparency isn’t just a compliance checkbox, it’s a catalyst for global change. We are proud to announce our participation in the Global Data Partnership Against Forced Labour, an invitation-only initiative convened by the World Economic Forum in collaboration with a coalition of forward-thinking global leaders including Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Cisco, Agility, […]

May 8, 2025·ESG·interos.ai

2025 RSA Conference Highlights and Takeaways from Our SVP, Applied AI

interos.ai’s own Dr. Andrea Little Limbago, SVP of Applied AI, discusses her takeaways and highlights from this year’s RSA Conference. Original post is authored here. This year was different. As tens of thousands of security practitioners descended on San Francisco, it was against a backdrop of global uncertainty. From the near-term economic fluctuations to the […]

May 7, 2025·Cyber, Perspective·Andrea Little Limbago

interos.ai Chosen for $919 Million GSA’s SCRIPTS Contract to Deliver AI-Powered Supply Chain Risk Management

Today, interos.ai’s supply chain risk intelligence platform is now available through Carahsoft Technology Corp. on the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Supply Chain Risk Illumination Professional Tools and Services (SCRIPTS) Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). This 10-year, $919 million contract vehicle is designed to equip U.S. government agencies, including the Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal […]

April 24, 2025·Federal, News·interos.ai

A New Era of Innovation: Eliminating Risk from Every Supply Chain

We Accept the Challenge: On a Mission to Eliminate Risk from Every Supply Chain Supply chains are entangled and complex: the average S&P 500 enterprise has 1,700 direct suppliers in their first three tiers of supply chains, comprised of 1.5 million buyer-supplier relationships each. Supply chains operate in an environment of constant risk. In 2024 […]

April 23, 2025·Perspective·interos.ai

Thousands of Companies Exposed to High Financial Risk Following President Trump’s Tariffs

Authors: Kate Anderson, PhD, Senior Manager, Network Science and Teddy DeWitt, PhD, Lead Computational Social Scientist Markets across the globe crashed in response to last week’s tariffs, erasing more than $10 trillion and causing drops not seen since the beginning of COVID. The turmoil continued on Wednesday, with a series of retaliatory tariff announcements. […]

April 11, 2025·Financial Risk, Geopolitical, Global Events, News, Tariffs·interos.ai