For organizations in the Defense Industrial Base, CMMC readiness is an immediate mandate to line up security requirements across the digital supply chain. With the DoD’s final rule now in effect, companies must treat compliance as a strategic business imperative. Delaying readiness is risky, if not business-ending, and could result in loss of contracts.
Here, we’re discussing some of the most common barriers to certification… and why they cannot stop you from pursuing compliance.
Gaining and maintaining compliance with the CMMC, especially at Level 2 or higher, is a complex challenge for many organizations within the DIB. Among the more difficult of these is managing the disruption that often accompanies new tech, especially when these measures impact day-to-day workflows and require a shift in organizational culture. The solution is a clear strategy for CMMC change management.
This article helps readers understand how CMMC compliance can impact operational workflow and what you can do to mitigate that impact while remaining secure and productive.
CMMC has fundamentally transformed the landscape for defense contractors operating within the DIB. With mandatory compliance deadlines looming and contract requirements becoming increasingly stringent, organizations can no longer afford to treat cybersecurity as an afterthought.
Yet for many contractors, the path to CMMC Level 2 compliance remains fraught with challenges that extend far beyond simple technical implementation. Achieving CMMC Level 2 certification isn’t just about deploying the right security tools… It’s about having a deep understanding of your security and compliance posture.