1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Supply chain risk is about more than software and compliance checklists; it’s about making informed decisions that strengthen security and support mission success. This week on Feds At the Edge, Ryan Lewis of the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology joins us to unpack the practical realities of managing supply-side risk in the public sector. Rather than getting bogged down in software bills of materials or endless certifications right out of the gate, Lewis advocates for a broader view of risk assessment, one that starts with developing vendor risk profiles and building genuine personal relationships with vendor representatives. He shares his strategy for balancing tight budget constraints with strict security requirements, urging organizations to evaluate the actual value of their data before deciding how to protect it and to thoroughly examine their existing tools before wasting resources on yet another solution. Tune in on your favorite podcasting platform today as Lewis highlights that securing the supply chain isn’t just about compliance and technology. It’s also about fostering an organizational culture of collaboration, integrity, and openness. &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Feds At The Edge by FedInsider http://fedinsider.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/41990455/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/1a80b6/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/41990455