CMMC, translated out of federalese. New posts weekly.
A practical guide to choosing between CMMC Level 1 (15 requirements, FCI) and Level 2 (110 requirements, CUI) — with the decision test, effort comparison, and common traps.
DoD suspended CMMC Phase 2 on July 13, 2026. Here's what's still required for defense contractors — self-assessments, SPRS, NIST 800-171 — and why pausing now is the worst move.
The FCI vs CUI determination decides whether you need CMMC Level 1 or Level 2. A plain-English guide to classifying purchase orders, drawings, and tech data.