Global Manufacturer Automates ITAR Documentation Process

This case study details how a global manufacturer utilized Keysight Eggplant Test to automate the ITAR documentation process. The manufacturer, with over ten thousand employees and significant revenue, faced challenges in meeting an audit deadline for 10,000 aerospace and defense documents. The task required watermarking images and ensuring compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). The project was initially assigned to a graduate intern, who successfully learned to use Eggplant and completed the work in six weeks, significantly faster than the estimated six months for a manual approach. The intern developed automation scripts that not only watermarked the documents but also maintained an audit log to verify compliance. The successful implementation of Eggplant led to improved testing efficiency and accuracy, reduced labor time, and the potential for scaling testing operations across other teams within the organization. This case study highlights the effectiveness of automation in enhancing operational efficiency and compliance.