NIJ Advisory Notice vs. NIJ Safety Notice: What They Mean for Body Armor (XR32 & ShotStop Explained)
When a body armor model drops off NIJ’s Compliant Products List, the impact is immediate—procurement stalls, grants are at risk, and agencies face tough decisions about fielded gear. This article breaks down the difference between Advisory and Safety Notices, how the process unfolds, and what recent cases like XR32 and ShotStop reveal about compliance, risk, and response.
Advances in Multi-Threat Body Armor: Balancing Ballistic, Stab, & Blunt-Force Protection
Modern body armor must do more than stop bullets. Today’s operators face combined threats: ballistic, stab, and blunt force, and armor systems are evolving to provide layered protection without sacrificing mobility or comfort.