Contractors: What Contractors Need to Know About the CMMC Final Rule

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What was once an aspirational goal is now mandatory. Contractors must be ready for assessment, certification, and ongoing maintenance—or risk exclusion from DoD/DoW opportunities. What Changed With the 48 CFR Final Rule? Reference: https://dodcio.defense.gov/cmmc/About/ Who Must Achieve CMMC Level 2? Direct DoD/DoW contract recipients handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and any Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). If…

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Understanding the New ITAR Registration Payment Requirements for 2025

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ITAR registration fees 2025, DDTC compliance, ITAR payment process, CMMC readiness, DECCS registration, ITAR renewal, defense trade controls, Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 ITAR fees Background: ITAR Registration and Annual Fees Under ITAR §§ 122.3(a) and 129.8(b)(1), every manufacturer, exporter, or broker involved with defense articles or services must register annually with the Directorate…

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From Policy to Contract: How 48 CFR Turns CMMC into Enforceable Law for Defense Contractors

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The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) has long been seen as a future must-have for defense contractors, but that future is now here. CMMC’s transition from regulatory guidance under 32 CFR to a binding, contract-enforceable requirement under 48 CFR (specifically through DFARS) marks a profound shift. Now, DoD contractors must treat CMMC as a contractually mandated obligation,…

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What CMMC Contractors Need to Know?

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The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a cornerstone of cybersecurity for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Recent updates to the CMMC solicitation provision and contract clause, aligned with 32 CFR Part 170, introduce critical changes for prime contractors and subcontractors. These updates emphasize accountability, transparency, and continuous compliance to safeguard Federal Contract Information (FCI)…

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CMMC Compliance Final Rule: Key Takeaways

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Date: September 4, 2025 The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) acquisition rule—codified in 48 CFR—has officially completed regulatory review by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) on August 25, 2025. This was the final step before publication in the Federal Register, marking the point when CMMC requirements will become enforceable in Department of…

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Are You Really ITAR Compliant?

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3 Easy-to-Miss Mistakes That Could Get You in Trouble If your business deals with technical data, defense articles, or military-related services, you’re probably aware of ITAR — the International Traffic in Arms Regulations. It’s the U.S. government’s way of making sure sensitive defense information doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. But being “ITAR-compliant” isn’t just…

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