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Profile of Who We Surveyed: Methodology and Participant Demographics

In order to provide greater context around these findings, here are more details on who we surveyed and the methodology used. Starting on Apr. 30, 2025, we surveyed 364 IT practitioners at companies where a significant portion of their business comes from defense contracts with government agencies. The survey was conducted online via Pollfish using organic sampling. Learn more about the Pollfish methodology here.

Q1. Which category best describes the nature of your business within the Defense Industrial Base?

(Select the category that generates the highest amount of revenue.)

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Cybersecurity and Information Systems
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Aeronautics and Aircraft Manufacturing
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Defense Services and Consulting
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Electronic and Communication Systems Production
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Land Systems and Armored Vehicles Manufacturing
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C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) Systems Production
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Weapons and Ammunition Manufacturing
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Advanced Materials and Components Production
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Naval and Maritime Systems Production
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Q2. Approximately what percentage of your business is directly related to defense contracts?

Less than 10% 2%

10 - 25% 9%

26 - 50% 23%

51 - 75% 45%

76 - 99% 18%

100% 2%

Q3. How much total venture funding have you taken?

Less than $10M 5%

$10M - $25M 17%

$26M - $50M 28%

More than $51M 7%

None 43%

Q4. What’s your estimated annual revenue for this fiscal year?

Less than $5M 5%

$5M - $10M 17%

$11M - $25M 23%

$26M - $50M 26%

$51M - $100M 19%

$101M+ 10%

Q5. What’s your estimated IT budget for this fiscal year?

Less than $100K 7%

$101K - $250K 13%

$251K - $500K 23%

$501K - $1M 25%

$1.1M - $2M 22%

More than $2.1M 9%

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