Allied Perspectives - ASSIG – Defence Procurement Advisory & Supplier Readiness

Expanding Support for Allied Suppliers: ASSIG Launches New Website and Strengthens Global Readiness Focus

ASSIG November 19, 2025 No Comments

Allied Support Services International Group (ASSIG) has launched its newly designed website as part of an ongoing effort to support defence, technology, and industrial suppliers seeking to work with NATO,…

What Canada’s 2025 Defence Budget Means for Suppliers Engaging in Allied Procurement

ASSIG November 15, 2025 No Comments

Canada’s 2025 federal budget outlines $81.8 billion in defence spending over five years, signalling a continued emphasis on national security and commitments to allied cooperation. Yet, while the headline number…

ASSIG will participate in the 2025 NATO-Industry Forum in Bucharest on 5–6 November.

Sean Midwood November 4, 2025 No Comments

The Forum, co-organised by Allied Command Transformation and NATO Headquarters’ Defence Industry, Innovation & Armaments Division, brings together NATO leaders, government representatives, and industry experts under the theme “Re-arming NATO –…

Collaboration and Credibility: Why Partnerships Matter in the Defence Supply Chain

Sean Midwood October 8, 2025 No Comments

In defence markets, credibility and collaboration often determine a company’s ability to win institutional trust. Governments and agencies look for suppliers who not only meet technical and regulatory standards but…

Bridging the Readiness Gap: What Defence Buyers Look for in Supplier Audits

Sean Midwood September 14, 2025 No Comments

For companies aspiring to work within NATO, EU, or national defence frameworks, readiness is more than a checklist — it’s a demonstration of reliability, compliance, and trust. Defence procurement agencies…

From Civilian to Defence Markets: Preparing Dual-Use Companies for Institutional Procurement

Sean Midwood August 25, 2025 No Comments

Entering the defence sector can be a logical next step for companies with technologies that have both civilian and military applications. Yet the transition from commercial to institutional procurement requires…

Honouring the Legacy of Ray Sturgeon (1938–2023)

Sean Midwood April 1, 2025 No Comments

Founder, Mentor, and Colleague It is with deep respect and gratitude that Allied Support Services International Group (ASSIG) remembers its founder, mentor, and colleague, Ray Sturgeon. Ray’s leadership, vision, and…