# AI Targets Defense Industrial Base's Supply Chain Woes > Source: > Published: 2026-09-15 06:04:35+00:00 The traditional military platform development process, which can take years or even a decade, is a strategic liability in today's fast-paced operational landscape. To stay ahead, we need to redesign workflows with humans in the lead, leveraging AI-powered operations and secure, real-time data to drive faster and more effective decision-making.