The Department of War (DoW) has finalized the acquisition rule in Title 48 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), cementing CMMC as an immediate contract requirement. This swift regulatory action, demonstrated by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) clearing the rule in just 34 days, underscores the government’s urgency regarding cybersecurity in the defense supply chain.  For organizations seeking to protect sensitive data, the timeframe is extremely ti

The debate over whether the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) will show up in defense contracts is officially over. With the Title 48 final rule published and taking effect November 10, 2025, it requires your immediate attention. If you wait until you see CMMC requirements in solicitations, you have waited too long. Organizations must now align their CMMC preparation with the reality of the implementation phases and their appropriate level.   The CMMC Level 2

If an Organization Seeking Certification (OSC) has met most, but not all, security requirements, it may be eligible for a Conditional...