ABSTRACT
The Critical Manufacturing Sector is a key component to the overall infrastructure of the United States. The Department of Homeland Security labels the Critical Manufacturing Sector as a critical infrastructure sector; it recognizes that this spans across several sector categories. The Critical Manufacturing Sector is responsible for the production of goods and resources that are essential to the safety, security, and stability of the nation. The sector creates products that are essential to the energy, transportation, and defense industries of the United States. The Critical Manufacturing Sector-Specific Plan accounts for five significant risks that could drastically compromise operations. These risks include natural disasters and extreme weather, supply chain disruptions, global political and social implications, deliberate attacks and terrorism, and cyberattacks. Most important to the success of any and all programs and initiatives is the cooperation, collaboration, and shared mission of the Critical Manufacturing Sector Coordinating Council and the Government Coordinating Council.
