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Celebrating Supply Chain Innovation at BAE Systems

BAE Systems' Combat Mission Systems division recently held its seventh annual 'Partner2Win' supplier symposium, where it recognized the outstanding contributions of over 90 U.S. companies. The event underscored the significance of collaboration and innovation within the company's supply chain, aimed at providing state-of-the-art combat vehicles and weapons to the U.S. military and its allies.

A Night of Recognition

Among the honorees, Leading Technology Composites stood out as the Supplier of the Year, marking an impressive achievement in their long-standing partnership with BAE Systems that spans over 15 years. Since its inception in 1993, Leading Technology Composites has played a crucial role in providing components essential for various combat vehicle programs, demonstrating reliability and innovation.

Garrett Lacaillade, Vice President of Integrated Operations for BAE Systems’ Combat Mission Systems business, emphasized the integral role these suppliers play in the success of their operations. “The strength of our supply network is these companies. They're more than just partners – they're an extension of our team,” he stated. Lacaillade further elaborated that the commitment and innovation from these suppliers enable BAE to meet the challenging demands of warfighters effectively.

Award Highlights

The symposium featured a range of awards, recognizing excellence in supplier performance and milestone achievements:

• - Seventeen Supplier of the Year awards were presented across various categories, honoring top-performing suppliers for their exceptional support.
• - Seventy-five 'Partner2Win' Medallion Awards celebrated suppliers who have reached notable milestones in performance and quality.
• - Forty-two Gold Medallion winners achieved 100% on-time delivery and quality standards.
• - Twenty Silver Medallion winners secured impressive metrics of 98% on-time delivery alongside a remarkable 99.58% quality rate.
• - Thirteen Bronze Medallion winners maintained a robust 96% on-time delivery, also demonstrating high quality with a 99.55% rating.

This recognition is not just a formal acknowledgment; it represents the value placed on teamwork and shared objectives in advancing quality standards within the defense supply chain.

Looking to the Future

With BAE Systems continuing to expand its combat capabilities, the company reiterates the importance of strong partnerships with suppliers. The annual symposium acts as a platform to foster relationships, share insights, and encourage forward-thinking innovations among its network of suppliers.

For businesses interested in collaborating with BAE Systems, more information is available on their supplier website. As BAE looks ahead, the focus will remain on nurturing these essential relationships, ensuring that they can uphold their mission of providing top-tier defense solutions to their clients.

BAE Systems continues to seek partners who are not only dedicated to excellence but also willing to innovate and grow along with them, reinforcing their commitment to supporting the U.S. military's demanding needs.

To learn more about partnering opportunities, reach out to Laken Kilgore at BAE Systems.



Source: BAE Systems, Inc.