The growing complexity of modern defense supply chains is driving governments to adopt artificial intelligence for greater visibility, resilience, and operational readiness. Reinforcing this shift, Exiger has appointed retired U.S. Navy Captain (Supply Corps) Mark Harris as Strategic Advisor, strengthening its leadership team as the company expands AI-powered supply chain solutions for the U.S. Government and the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
With more than three decades of military logistics and supply chain experience, Harris will help shape the next generation of AI technologies designed to modernize defense procurement, improve industrial resilience, and accelerate mission readiness.
Bringing Decades of Military Logistics Expertise
Captain Harris joins Exiger after serving more than 30 years in the U.S. Navy, where he managed logistics, operations, and supply chain programs across numerous sea and shore assignments. His experience includes deployments to the Western Pacific and Operation Iraqi Freedom, alongside leadership roles supporting complex military acquisition and operational programs.
Following his retirement from active service, Harris continued working on defense modernization initiatives through roles in technology and advisory services, helping federal agencies and defense contractors address maritime readiness and industrial challenges.
His appointment reflects Exiger’s strategy of combining operational military expertise with advanced AI capabilities to strengthen national defense infrastructure.
Supporting AI-Driven Defense Readiness
Defense organizations increasingly require real-time visibility across vast supplier ecosystems to identify vulnerabilities before they affect mission-critical operations.
As Strategic Advisor, Harris will contribute to the development of Exiger’s AI platform, supporting capabilities that enable defense agencies to:
- Identify hidden supply chain dependencies
- Detect production bottlenecks
- Improve procurement efficiency
- Strengthen industrial resilience
- Accelerate technology adoption across military programs
The focus extends beyond traditional supplier management toward building intelligent systems capable of supporting faster and more informed strategic decision-making.
Modernizing the Defense Industrial Base
The appointment comes as governments place greater emphasis on rebuilding domestic manufacturing capacity and strengthening the resilience of critical defense supply chains.
Modern naval programs, missile systems, aerospace platforms, and advanced military technologies depend on highly interconnected supplier networks that often span multiple regions and industries. Managing these ecosystems requires advanced analytics capable of mapping supplier relationships, identifying risks, and improving operational transparency.
Exiger’s AI-powered platform is designed to provide a unified view of supplier ecosystems, allowing defense organizations to proactively address disruptions while improving procurement and compliance processes.
AI as a Strategic Enabler
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming an essential capability for defense organizations seeking to accelerate decision-making without compromising operational security.
According to Exiger, AI enables organizations to move beyond reactive supply chain management by continuously monitoring supplier ecosystems, automating compliance workflows, and surfacing strategic opportunities that improve long-term resilience.
Captain Harris emphasized that faster technology adoption has become a decisive advantage in modern defense operations, making scalable AI platforms increasingly valuable for both mission teams and enterprise-wide organizations.
Expanding Government and Defense Partnerships
Exiger continues to expand its presence across U.S. federal agencies and the Defense Industrial Base as demand grows for AI-enabled supply chain intelligence.
The company currently supports hundreds of enterprise customers worldwide, including numerous Fortune 500 organizations, government agencies, and defense institutions. Its platform provides centralized visibility into supplier networks while leveraging agentic AI to automate risk detection, procurement workflows, and compliance management.
The addition of Harris further strengthens Exiger’s ability to align its technology roadmap with the evolving operational requirements of military organizations.
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