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CMMC Phase 2 Countdown: What November 2026 Means for Your Contracts
Phase 2 mandatory C3PAO assessments begin November 10, 2026. With assessment backlogs running 6–12 months and only 431 of ~80,000 companies certified, contractors who haven't started are already behind.
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Analysis and advisories from real engagements across the defense industrial base.
Tools & Checklists
Self-service resources to assess readiness and prepare for compliance assessments.
CMMC Level 2 Readiness Checklist
Self-assessment checklist covering all 14 NIST 800-171 control families. Use this to identify gaps before your formal assessment.
Software Hardening Checklist for Secured Environments
Pre-deployment security checklist for software destined for secured enclaves and air-gapped networks.
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