North Carolina Military Business Center Coverage

DEFTECH supports local innovative small businesses to win DoD contracts

With billions in federal contracts on the table, DEFTECH helps small businesses compete for valuable federal contracts.

How academia, industry and government combine to solve the nation's problems

By bringing together leaders from academia, industry and the federal government, DEFTECH is helping lay the groundwork for solving some of the nation's most complex national security problems.

Demand for federal contracts bolsters support for DEFTECH throughout the state

As interest in North Carolina as a defense innovation sector increases, the resources provided by DEFTECH are all the more valuable -- and more support is needed in order to facilitate that growth.

TIDE program positions North Carolina as the "Frontline of the Future" for the federal government

DEFTECH "Tech Scouting" program, or TIDE, helps North Carolina businesses and academia get their technology in front of the federal government, bringing money into the state and keeping the government on pace for technological advancement.

DoD values North Carolina: here's how DEFTECH contributes to national security

With billions of Department of Defense dollars spent in North Carolina, entities like DEFTECH are helping local companies win lucrative federal contracts.

DEFTECH driving high-tech defense innovation in North Carolina

DEFTECH, an entity of the North Carolina Military Business Center, connects state businesses and academics with federal opportunities.

Energy resilience is an increasing focus for NC military bases

Military bases are transitioning legacy energy systems to clean, renewable sources to boost energy resilience. Energy-related contract opportunities are available for North Carolina businesses to assist military bases in making this shift.

How local businesses can join the supply chain and win federal contracts

By leveraging resources provided by the North Carolina Military Business Center, businesses of all types can win major government contracts and become part of the supply chain.

How North Carolina is helping the aerospace industry soar to higher altitudes

Across the state of North Carolina, local businesses are well-positioned and well-supported to secure military and federal contracts in the aerospace industry.

How NC businesses can compete for big military contracts

The North Carolina Military Business Center helps North Carolina businesses connect with federal contract opportunities large and small.

New Department of Defense Cybersecurity Regulation could affect your business

The DFARS Interim Rule recently released by the Department of Defense includes three cybersecurity clauses that organizations involved in defense contracting will need to adhere to.

Federal marketplace shows significant growth in NC in 2020

As federal contracting increased over $2.4 billion in 2020 in North Carolina, businesses' flexibility to switch between the commercial and federal marketplace has become more important than ever.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Strategic industry professionals provide valuable insight for businesses in key industries to sell to federal agencies

At the North Carolina Military Business Center, Strategic Industry Professionals use their experience in strategic industries to provide insight to local businesses looking to work with the federal government.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Annual construction summit connects local businesses with high-value contracts

The annual construction summit hosted by the North Carolina Military Business Center brings hundreds of federal officials and businesses from across the Southeast. For North Carolina construction-based businesses, it's a unique opportunity to network and gain insight on the largest projects the federal government has slated for the year.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Triangle headliners: 104 events & program deadlines for your October calendar

Our latest exclusive events wrapup summarizes the must-attend happenings across the Triangle in October, including industry-specific meetups, informative workshops, conferences, panels, and more. Here’s the latest, adjusted for COVID-19 cancellations and changes.

Environmental and energy opportunities abound at NC military installations

From remediation services to water filtration to geothermal installation, the military bases around North Carolina are ripe with environmental and energy opportunities for local businesses.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

On Sept. event horizon across NC: 89 events & program deadlines for your calendar

Plenty of technology and life science events and deadlines are on tap for September. Here’s the latest roundup.

How new cyber security requirements will affect business working with the federal government

In order to work with the federal government, businesses will need to meet the proper standards of the new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. For small businesses in need of help, there are several resources that can simplify the process.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

Why tech companies should consider making defense technology

Although the Triangle area is known for its vibrant technology and innovation scene, innovation is taking place across the entire state of North Carolina. For many technology companies, a simple pivot in operations could open them up to lucrative contracts with the federal government.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions

NC Military Business Center connects local businesses with federal opportunities

The North Carolina Military Business Center is dedicated to connecting local businesses with federal opportunities. Since opening in 2005, the NCMBC has helped clients win over 3,000 federal contracts with a minimum value of $13.26 billion, stimulating the state's economy and bringing valuable growth to local businesses.

Abbey Slattery, WRAL Digital Solutions