PC Connection sees post-quantum security requirements spreading across supply chains
CNXN•PC Connection says federal post-quantum cryptography requirements will increasingly influence private-sector procurement. Executive Order 14412 sets migration milestones around 2030 and 2031, while a proposed procurement rule would require covered contractors to comply by December 31, 2030.
1. Supply chain requirements
PC Connection says businesses without direct federal contracts may face post-quantum security demands from customers and suppliers as federal requirements shape procurement. Readiness reviews could come through contract renewals, insurance questionnaires or third-party risk assessments before direct regulatory mandates apply. The company recommends early cryptographic inventories, vendor coordination and migration planning, noting that inflexible legacy systems face a harder shift to quantum-resistant algorithms.
