In the complex and critical field of personal protection, body armor is a cornerstone technology for the safety of military personnel, law enforcement officers, and civilians. Yet, this vital industry is hindered by a fragmented landscape, lacking a comprehensive, consolidated platform for companies, products, and materials. This fragmentation complicates consumer choices, stifles innovation, and impedes the standardization essential for optimal safety and efficiency.

Recognizing this gap, the team at IntelAlytic has embarked on a mission to create a unified research and education platform dedicated to the body armor market. Our initiative “The Armor List” aims to demystify the vast array of body armor products, from bulletproof vests to tactical helmets and materials ranging from Kevlar to ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene. We strive to simplify the purchasing process, foster innovation, and facilitate informed decision-making by providing a centralized repository of up-to-date, comprehensive information.

Our platform serves multiple critical functions in the body armor ecosystem. It acts as a single reference point for buyers, enabling easy comparison and selection of products. For manufacturers, it offers a benchmarking tool against competitors, encouraging a competitive yet collaborative environment that drives technological advancements. New entrants and smaller entities find a clear overview of the market landscape, helping them navigate the industry more efficiently.

The creation of such a platform, however, is not without its challenges. The proprietary nature of body armor technologies and the sensitivity of information, especially within the military sector, pose significant hurdles. Moreover, the rapid pace of innovation demands constant updates to keep the platform relevant and accurate. Despite these challenges, we believe that the benefits far outweigh the obstacles.

We advocate for the involvement of regulatory bodies and trade associations to play a pivotal role in this endeavor. By setting industry standards and promoting transparency, these organizations can help overcome the barriers to consolidation. A comprehensive database featuring standardized product specifications, material information, and performance metrics would revolutionize how consumers and companies interact within the body armor market.

Our goal is to move towards a safer and more informed future. By consolidating essential information and fostering an environment of openness and innovation, we aim to empower consumers with the knowledge to make the best personal safety choices and drive industry-wide standards and advancements. The need for such a platform has never been more pressing as global security concerns continue to grow.

In conclusion, our initiative represents a leap forward in addressing the body armor industry's critical issues. By bringing together educational tools and resources, we aim to save lives and create a more informed, efficient, and innovative marketplace. We invite stakeholders across the industry to join us in this vital endeavor, contributing to a future where personal protection is accessible, understandable, and continually advancing.

18 Key Reasons We Built The Armor List

Unified Industry Database: Address the critical gap of fragmentation by creating a centralized repository for body armor companies, products, and materials, enhancing transparency and accessibility.
Standardization and Simplification: Tackle the challenge of product diversity and lack of standardization, enabling straightforward comparisons and informed decision-making with a "compare apples to apples" approach.
Enhanced Market Research: Leverage advanced analytics to provide comprehensive market insights, identify trends and innovations, and overcome the limitations of fragmented, outdated data.
Streamlined Procurement Process: Offer a platform that simplifies the purchasing journey, from discovery to a decision, facilitating competitive benchmarking and an industry overview for all market entrants.
Overcoming Information Barriers: Navigate through proprietary technologies, classified information, and rapid advancements, ensuring up-to-date and comprehensive data availability.
Regulatory and Standards Compliance: Collaborate with regulatory bodies and associations to promote industry standards, ensuring products meet safety and performance metrics for consumer protection.
Fraud Detection and Prevention: Utilize technology for data integrity, enabling early detection of fraudulent practices and verification of product authenticity and compliance.
Operational Transparency: Provide insights into organizational health and capability, vital for fostering long-term partnerships and ensuring supply chain reliability and product quality.
Validating Marketing Claims: Incorporate mechanisms for validating product capability and performance claims against actual performance data, building trust and integrity within the marketplace.
Reducing Administrative Overhead: Aid government agencies and large organizations by offering a consolidated source of vetted, compliant suppliers and products, significantly easing the administrative load.
Technological Integration: Integrate the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and blockchain to offer predictive safety insights, enhance data security, and improve operational efficiency.
Sustainable and Adaptive Future: Look forward to adapting to emerging trends, including sustainability in production and resilience in the global supply chain, ensuring the platform remains at the forefront of industry evolution.
Global Reach and Inclusivity: Aim to serve a global audience, ensuring that the platform's benefits extend beyond local markets to address the needs of international stakeholders, promoting a safer future for all.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Empower stakeholders with access to actionable, data-driven insights, enabling better strategic planning and investment decisions based on accurate, real-time industry analytics.
Innovative Product Development Support: Facilitate the acceleration of innovative product development by providing manufacturers with insights into market needs, emerging trends, and competitive analysis, fostering a cycle of continuous improvement and innovation.
Comprehensive Educational Resources: Offer an extensive suite of educational tools and resources to demystify consumer body armor technology and enhance awareness and knowledge about personal protection solutions.
Enhanced Safety and Performance Metrics: Utilize advanced analytics and machine learning algorithms to develop new safety and performance metrics. This provides a more nuanced understanding of product effectiveness in various operational contexts.
Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Create a dynamic platform for community engagement, allowing users, experts, and industry stakeholders to collaborate, share insights, and contribute to evolving body armor standards and best practices.

Release 1.1 Features

1. Company Information

Company Header: Includes essential identifiers such as Company Name, Logo, Record ID, Company Status, NIJ (National Institute of Justice) Listee Name, and an About Us section.
Company Profile: Detailed information like DBA Name, Business Classification, Website URL, Contact Information (Phone Number, Company Email), Physical Address (Street Address, City, State/Region, Postal Code, Country/Region), Year Founded, and Headquarters location.
Key Operational Identifiers: FEIN, Unique Entity ID, DUNS Number, CAGE Code, NCAGE Code, SIC Codes, and NAICS Codes.

Legal & Demographics: Data on Industry sector, Legal Structure, Ownership, Number of Employees, Set-Aside designations, Geographical Reach, and Markets Served.
Trade & Compliance: Information on EAR and ITAR Compliance, Trade Restrictions.
Government Contracting: Details on Contract Vehicles, Active/Completed Contracts, GSA/NASPO/SourceWell Contract Numbers and Links.
Capabilities: Insights into critical suppliers, equipment types, annual revenue, financial health, and armor-related products.
Social Media: Links to Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn company pages.

2. Product Information

Overview: Basic product information like Manufacturer, Model Name, Model URL, Model Type, Threat Level, Gender, Opening, and Warranty.
Sources: Manufacturer details including Company Name, Type, Website, Location, and Contact Information.
Specification: Detailed specs such as Type of Armor, Model Photo URL, Thickness, Available Sizes/Shapes/Cuts, Covering/Coating, and Model Description.
Advanced Details: Material Composition, Tested to Standard, Areal Density, Buoyancy, Country of Origin, Berry Compliance, Schedule B, HS Code, ECCN, and USML Code.
Test Reports & NIJ CPL: Lab Name, Lab URL, Lab Test Report, NIJ CPL Size Range, Listing, Listing Count, Model Status, Active and Closed Notices.
Users & Professional Reviews: Sections dedicated to user and professional evaluations of the products.

3. Material Information

Overview: Material Name, Photo URL, MPN, Material Type, and Application.
Description: Detailed material descriptions.
Manufacturers Details: Comprehensive details about the manufacturer, including Type, Website, Location, and Contact Information.
Specifications: Areal Density, Density, Tolerances, Unit of Measure, Thickness.
Purchasing: Information on Purchase UoM, Price per UoM, and Purchase Form.

Resources: URLs for Material SDS, TDS, and general material information.
Trade Compliance: Country of Origin, Berry Compliance, Schedule B Code, HS Code, ECCN, USML code.
Suppliers: Detailed supplier information, including Type, Website, Location, and Contact Information.

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4. Advanced Features

Advanced Features: Includes Advanced Analytics Requests, Advertising, API for website integration, Armor Score, Bid Notices, Business Templates, Compare Products, Custom Reports, Custom Button for Google Chrome, e-commerce plugin, Global Market Reports, NIJ Validation Tool, Product SDS/TDS Database, Quality Check Tool, Raw Material Validation, RFQ Bid Services, Threat Chart, Units Conversion Calculator.

This expansive collection of data points and advanced features underscores our platform's capability to provide an in-depth, consolidated resource for the body armor industry. By encompassing a wide range of information from company profiles and product details to material specifications and enterprise features, we aim to empower consumers, manufacturers, and stakeholders with the tools and knowledge needed to make informed decisions, foster innovation, and ultimately enhance safety and efficiency in the market.

What Does IntelAlytic Have to Do with The Armor List?

The team at IntelAlytic brings unparalleled knowledge and experience to the forefront of the body armor industry. As the visionary leaders behind HighCom Armor, one of America's premier body armor companies, our team has a proven track record of success and innovation in personal protective equipment. Our journey with HighCom Armor has given us a profound understanding of the challenges and opportunities that define this critical industry. It's a legacy of excellence and commitment that we proudly carry forward.

In the year plus following our team's successful exit from HighCom Armor, we have channeled our collective expertise, resources, and passion into founding IntelAlytic. Our new venture combines professional services and technology firms dedicated to transforming the body armor and ballistic-resistant materials market. At IntelAlytic, our mission is to transcend traditional boundaries by systematically building tools and resources that offer deep insights into the products, materials, and companies shaping the future of body armor.

IntelAlytic stands on the pillars of our team's incredible industry experience, leveraging our comprehensive understanding of body armor's complexities to innovate and lead. Our dedication is not just to advancing technology but to empowering decision-makers across the sector. By synthesizing our firsthand experience with cutting-edge analytical tools, we are crafting solutions designed to elevate market intelligence, enhance product safety, and streamline procurement processes.

Our work at IntelAlytic is driven by a commitment to excellence, a passion for innovation, and a steadfast dedication to improving officer and operator safety. We believe that by fostering a deeper understanding of the ballistic resistance and body armor industry, we can contribute to a world where personal protection is practical but also accessible and reliable.

Join us as we continue to shape the future of the body armor industry. With IntelAlytic, we're not just building a company but creating a legacy of safety, innovation, and trust. Our journey has only just begun, and we invite you to be part of this exciting new chapter as we leverage our industry experience to introduce transformative solutions that ensure the well-being of those who protect us.

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