CMMC is moving rapidly forward as it has already started appearing in Q1 DIB contracts. With authorized C3PAO slots filling months in advance, choosing the right assessor is now an important business priority. Here are some thoughts to consider when selecting a C3PAO. Verify Cyber AB Marketplace authorization  Your C3PAO must be listed as an authorized, active organization in the Cyber AB Marketplace. This is the single most important verification step because an unauthorized

As we move through 2026, the DoW has already begun to include C3PAO Level 2 assessment clauses in solicitations. If your organization is part of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), understanding your required CMMC level is the most important first step toward compliance. There are three levels of compliance that are meant to protect distinct levels of sensitive information. DoW CMMC Levels Graphic Level 1: Level 1 is designed to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI); i

Complying with CMMC requirements means strong documentation. Some companies choose to put all their documentation in a single System Security Plan (SSP) to reduce the number of controlled documents. However, we recommend a layered documentation approach to segment the security plan and to ensure the needed information gets to the right people. This documentation approach is built upon four layers: a high-level narrative of the security strategy, security policies, detailed co