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CMMC Compliance in 2026: How Did We Get Here and What’s Coming Next

2025 was the year CMMC stopped being theoretical and started impacting contracts, costs, and careers. For defense contractors, certification is no longer just compliance; it’s a competitive edge, a risk mitigation strategy, and an operational imperative in an era of elevated requirements for organizations in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).  But it didn’t start that way. January 2025 was still a time of uncertainty and what felt like […]

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Top 10 CMMC Resources in 2025: What OSCs Found Most Helpful 

2025 was a year of undeniable progress when it came to the establishment and enforcement of CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification). As we left 2025 and CMMC moved from anticipated requirement to full-on enforcement, one thing became clear: the companies that made the most CMMC progress weren’t just guessing—they were informed.  Over the past year, our most-read and most-shared CMMC guides reflected the real questions […]

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Introducing 112Cyber’s Certified CMMC Assessors

Compliance is a massive lift, there’s no understating it. As an Organization Seeking Compliance (OSC), you invest critical resources and time into your compliance program. You wouldn’t want an inexperienced or careless consultant in your environment. There has to be trust. So, let our team of Certified CMMC Assessors and Lead Assessors make your acquaintance. […]

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Webinar: In the Mind of the Assessor: A C3PAO’s Tips for Your CMMC Assessment

Scroll Down to Watch Want to know what assessors actually look for during a CMMC assessment? In this webinar, we’ll break down what leads to controls being “Met” or “Not Met” based on real insights from Certified CMMC Assessors. You’ll hear firsthand how assessors evaluate complex controls, what counts as ‘adequate and sufficient’ evidence, and how to avoid […]

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9 C3PAO Red Flags to Look Out For

Getting assessed by a Certified Third-Party Assessment organization (C3PAO) is required for CMMC compliance — but not all C3PAOs are made equal.  With dozens of C3PAOs to choose from, it’s important to partner with one that can efficiently and accurately guide you through the assessment process. Here are nine critical red flags to watch out for […]