Ensuring Security: The Crucial Role of NDAA Compliance

Are your security products NDAA-compliant? The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) standards protect organizations by ensuring their technology is devoid of vulnerabilities that malicious entities could exploit.

For the 63rd consecutive fiscal year, Congress enacted the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The NDAA is an annual legislative process through which Congress sets defense policies, priorities, and funding guidelines for the United States military and related agencies, highlighting its significant bipartisan support over the past six decades.¹ This legislation outlines military funding allocations and encompasses a broader range of issues like cybersecurity, improvements to defense personnel compensation, and measures against money laundering and terrorism financing. The NDAA's unique position allows for the inclusion of various unrelated provisions that benefit from its guaranteed backing.²

While the NDAA primarily focuses on defense policy and funding, its influence extends to various domestic programs. It includes unrelated legislation, financial regulations, cybersecurity initiatives, and social provisions, shaping broader policy outcomes in the United States.³

Are your security products NDAA-compliant?

NDAA-compliant security products adhere to specific guidelines and standards set by the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), ensuring they are safe and secure for use in government and other sensitive applications. Being NDAA-compliant validates that the cameras are free from components and technologies that could pose security risks. This compliance ensures that the products are built with integrity and transparency, aligning with the government's strict security protocols.

Organizations choosing NDAA-compliant products are committed to meeting stringent security requirements and safeguarding their operations against potential threats. Compliance with these standards can enable smoother collaborations with government entities and other sectors that mandate adherence to such regulations. As technology continues to evolve, maintaining NDAA compliance is about meeting current standards and preparing for future cybersecurity challenges. This proactive approach ensures that organizations remain at the forefront of security, protecting their assets and maintaining the trust of their stakeholders.  

Additional NDAA facts:

1. The NDAA guides Congress in determining defense policy and funding priorities each fiscal year.
2. It encompasses various defense-related programs beyond the Department of Defense, including the Department of Energy and the FBI initiatives.
3. Congress has successfully passed the NDAA for 60 consecutive years, indicating its strong bipartisan support.
4. The 2021 NDAA was notable for being the first to override a presidential veto from Donald Trump.
5. Unrelated legislation is often included in the NDAA due to its bipartisan backing and the urgency of military funding.
6. The NDAA process involves coordinated committee work from the House and Senate, starting with submitting the federal budget. ³

Is NDAA compliance required in your industry?

Section 889 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has become a significant topic of discussion in the security technology industry due to its impact on federal funding recipients. To combat potential security threats, federal agencies and federally funded projects in the US require NDAA compliance. Section 889 also prohibits using federal loans or grant funds to procure or obtain this equipment.4

Compliance with NDAA standards is crucial for industries including government, education, healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure. Any federally funded organization must opt for NDAA-compliant products to meet stringent security requirements and actively mitigate potential threats to their operations.

Additionally, private organizations' compliance with NDAA standards can streamline partnerships and collaborations with government entities like public education and other sectors requiring regulation adherence. As the technology landscape evolves, staying NDAA-compliant is about meeting current standards and proactively preparing for future security challenges. This forward-thinking approach ensures that organizations remain at the forefront of technology, effectively protecting their assets while maintaining the trust and confidence of their stakeholders. By purchasing NDAA-compliant products, organizations reinforce their commitment to security, reliability, and responsible technology use in a landscape where threats are ever-present.⁴

CBC AMERICA, the Ganz brand's parent company, is proud to offer numerous product choices that fully comply with the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 (NDAA). These Section 889-compliant products do not have OEM, ODM, or JDM relationships with the named vendors in the NDAA.

We have various NDAA-compliant product lines, including CORTROL VMS, PixelPro AI Camera series, the GENSTAR series, Ganz recording devices, the AI Box and several other Ganz IoT devices.

If you have questions about the applicability of Section 889 of the NDAA to CBC AMERICA products that are not currently listed, please check your most recent price list or feel free to contact your CBCA sales representative.

Go to ganzsecurity.com/NDAA for a list of NDAA-compliant products. You can also go to products and choose a product category, then search in features for NDAA compliance.

Resources:

• https://armedservices.house.gov/ndaa/history-ndaa
• https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/IF/IF10515
• https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2670
• https://research.columbia.edu/ndaa-section-889-telecommunications-prohibition#:~:text=Section%20889%20also%20prohibits%20the,covered%20telecommunications%20equipment%20or%20services.