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Below are links to Cloud Services, 5G, Internet for All, Climate Risks, and Grant Information that have articles, videos and PDF documents that will help you navigate your way through those issues.

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Cloud Services

The cloud delivers computing resources over the Internet, such as storage, software, and services, creating a complex supply chain requiring extensive security protocols. Before deciding whether your business should migrate to the cloud, you should understand cloud computing’s capabilities and security risks.

5G and Beyond

Fifth generation wireless technologies (5G) provide the backbone for the critical connections necessary for prosperity and security in the United States. NTIA leads, coordinates, and engages in efforts to help ensure that 5G networks and the broader telecommunications supply chain are robust, reliable, and secure.

Internet for All

The Internet for All initiative provides more than $65 billion for infrastructure deployment, skills training, and access to technologies essential for Americans to connect with their communities. These grant programs aim to make high-speed internet affordable for all. They fund planning, infrastructure, and adoption efforts that promote digital equity and inclusion.

Climate Risks

While not a traditional component of supply chain risk management, climate risk to critical infrastructure is a growing concern across the United States.

Grant Information

NTIA manages and administers grant programs on behalf of the Federal government. Those grants are for programs and activities that promote the deployment of infrastructure for high-speed internet, manufacturing of critical components and technologies, and digital inclusion through access to skills development resources.

NTIA Initiatives

NTIA's BroadbandUSA Publications

Library of additional NTIA-authored broadband publications.

National Broadband Availability Map

The map uses several different data sources to show information on broadband availability within the United States.

Broadband Resources for State and Local Governments

On March 9, 2022 NTIA kicked off a series of technical assistance webinars prior to the release of the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act broadband programs.

Introducing the Tribal Broadband Planning Toolkit

BroadbandUSA’s Tribal Broadband Planning Toolkit aims to simplify the process for tribes. It provides the guidance, knowledge, and resources to design, implement, and then execute a broadband plan in tribal communities.

Potential Threat Vectors to 5G Infrastructure – CISA, NSA, ODNI Report

The fifth-generation (5G) of wireless technology represents a complete transformation of telecommunication networks. These developments also introduce significant risks that threaten national security, economic security, and impact other national and global interests.

Framework to Conduct 5G Testing

The Federal Mobility Group’s (FMG) 5G and Mobile Network Infrastructure Working Group (WG) undertook an evaluation of 5G testing approaches to understand available 5G testing capabilities to avoid duplication, promote the use of shared testing resources, and define a framework for federal 5G testing.

5G Security Evaluation Process Investigation

This study investigates how 5G may introduce unique challenges to the traditional ATO process defined in security assessment processes and frameworks such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF).

FCC Announces Supply Chain Reimbursement Program Approved Applications

(July 18, 2022)

Defending Against Software Supply Chain Attacks

This document provides an overview of software supply chain risks and recommendations on how software customers and vendors can use the NIST Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Framework and the Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF) to identify, assess, and mitigate risks.

NIST 800-161, Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems …

This publication provides guidance to organizations on identifying, assessing, and mitigating cybersecurity risks throughout the supply chain at all levels of their organizations and includes guidance on the development of C-SCRM strategy implementation plans, C-SCRM policies, C-SCRM plans, and risk assessments for products and services.