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Can DCMA’s DIBCAC Teams Handle the CMMC C3PAO Authorization Workload?
CMMC depends upon Authorized C3PAOs. DCMA's DIBCAC team plays a crucial role in the C3PAO authorization process. However, the DIBCAC teams' calendars…
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Coming in September: Final CMMC DFARS Rule and More
Changes to the FAR/DFARS imposed by the recent Executive Order on Increasing our Nation's Cybersecurity and the expected publication of the Final…
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June CMMC-AB Update Coming June 29
The CMMC Accreditation Body announced that their June update will be held June 29, 2021 from 6-7 PM Eastern. The session will…
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And Then There Were Two
A second C3PAO has met the Authorization requirements set forth by DoD and the CMMC-AB. This is a significant step in building…
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First Authorized C3PAO Announced by CMMC-AB
The CMMC-AB announced the authorization of the first C3PAO.
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Embedding Cybersecurity into your Organization’s DNA
Cybersecurity is an ever-growing and changing field, and there are differences of opinion about how best to protect an organization. Some argue…
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Don’t Throw out Your Computer Equipment or Software Just Yet
Don’t throw out your computer equipment or software just yet. A little diligence can save you time, effort, and expense while preparing…
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Destruction of Paper-based CUI
In 2019, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) issued guidance on destroying paper copies of CUI (CUI Notice 2019-02: Destroying Controlled…
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Smart Watches and CUI
Employees are increasingly using smart devices, such as smart watches, to improve their productivity. But accessing CUI from those devices can create…
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C3PAO Informed Event Recaps
Two C3PAO-focused events were held this past week: a C3PAO Roundtable, and a session on ISO 17020 accreditation requirements. More details, and…
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CMMC and the Cybersecurity Executive Order
The Executive Order issued May 12, 2021 on Improving the Nation's Cybersecurity casts some clouds over the CMMC program. This article provides…
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GovConOpen Informed Event
As questions, share insights, build a stronger community. We are hosting a series of virtual “Open Sessions” every 2 months for Communities members where…
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