DMSMS issue is the loss or impending loss of manufacturers or suppliers of items, raw materials, or software. DoD loses a manufacturer or supplier when that manufacturer or supplier discontinues production and/or support of needed items, raw materials, or software or when the supply of raw material is no longer available. While traditionally thought of as applying to electronic items, a DMSMS issue can arise regarding any item within a system, including software and non-electronic components, materials and structural, mechanical, and electrical (MaSME) items.

This track will discuss best practices and strategic activities in the areas of DMSMS. Candidate abstracts should seek to equip the audience with techniques that can improve their proficiency and capabilities.

Possible topics include, but are not limited to: