# Arch Systems Extends Factory AI to Defense

Arch Systems announced that its factory data and AI platform can now be deployed in FedRAMP Class D environments through Knox Systems. The generally available offering uses single-tenant infrastructure and supports Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), providing qualified federal, defense, and regulated manufacturing customers a deployment option for factory AI with specified infrastructure controls. No contract, solicitation, or pricing was announced.

- Defense manufacturing procurement teams can evaluate the offering for factory data and AI needs where single-tenant infrastructure and CUI support are relevant; the announcement does not identify a specific agency requirement or award.
- Arch Systems provides the factory AI platform, while Knox Systems enables its deployment in the stated FedRAMP Class D environment. Companies evaluating the offering should verify that its deployment and authorization details match their specific procurement and security requirements.
- Because the service is generally available to qualified customers, manufacturers and contractors can assess it as a potential capability without relying on a newly announced contract vehicle or solicitation.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity
**Published:** November 09, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)

### Vendors
- Arch Systems (Factory data and AI platform provider)
- Knox Systems (FedRAMP Class D deployment provider)

### Key Quotes
> Defense manufacturers have had to choose between the AI capabilities they need and the infrastructure controls their mission demands. Knox exists to close that gap. By partnering with Arch, we're giving defense manufacturers a direct path to the same AI-driven factory intelligence commercial industry already relies on without asking them to compromise on security.
> — Irina Denisenko, CEO of Knox Systems

> For years, defense manufacturers had to build and manage their own infrastructure to run AI on the factory floor. Now they can deploy our commercial-grade platform, proven at scale, in a way that meets the strictest security requirements. They no longer have to choose between security and progress.
> — Andrew Scheuermann, CEO of Arch Systems

### Sources
- [Arch Systems Brings Its Factory AI Platform to Defense Manufacturers with FedRAMP Class D Certification Through Partnership with Knox Systems](https://finance.yahoo.com/technology/ai/articles/arch-systems-brings-factory-ai-140000961.html) - Yahoo Finance