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CMMC Compliance: Don’t Go It Alone – Here’s Why

 

For companies working with the Department of Defense (DoD), CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) compliance is now a business requirement. Handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) without proper security measures puts both national security and business continuity at risk.


While some companies attempt to navigate CMMC compliance alone, this approach often leads to delays, costly mistakes, and lost contracts. Here’s why working with CMMC experts is the smarter strategy.


The Complexity of CMMC Compliance

CMMC compliance is built upon the NIST SP 800-171 R2 framework, which includes:

  • 110 security controls across domains like access control, risk management, and incident response.

  • Technical, administrative, and procedural changes that must be fully documented.

  • Third-party assessments to verify compliance before contracts can be awarded.

 

For businesses, interpreting these requirements correctly is a challenge. Mistakes in security implementations, policy documentation, or audit preparation can cause businesses to fail assessments, requiring costly remediation efforts.

 

The Hidden Risks of Going It Alone

Companies that attempt CMMC compliance without external support often face several challenges:

  • Unclear Regulatory Language – DoD cybersecurity regulations can be confusing, leading to misinterpretation and ineffective compliance measures.

  • Higher Costs & Delays – A failed assessment means spending more money on fixes, reassessments, and lost business opportunities.

  • Increased Cybersecurity Risks – Without proper implementation, companies remain vulnerable to data breaches and cyber threats.

  • Loss of Competitive Advantage – Non-compliance leads to ineligibility for DoD contracts, putting businesses at a disadvantage.

 

How Expert Guidance Can Help

Expert Guidance Helps – CMMC Registered Practitioner Organizations (RPOs) and their teams of Registered Practitioners (RPs) and Registered Practitioners Advanced (RPAs) offer:

  • Gap Assessments – Identifying security weaknesses before a formal audit.

  • Security Control Implementation – Ensuring proper configurations and policies meet CMMC requirements.

  • CMMC required documents, including policies, procedures, and System Security Plans (SSPs).

  • Audit Preparation – Helping businesses document and demonstrate compliance effectively.

  • Continuous Monitoring & Improvement – Keeping security controls up to date to maintain compliance.

 

The Cost of Compliance vs. The Cost of Non-Compliance

Many businesses hesitate to invest in expert guidance due to perceived high costs. However, the cost of non-compliance is significantly greater. Consider the risks:

  • Remediation Costs – Fixing failed assessments is often more expensive than doing it right the first time.

  • Lost Revenue – Non-compliance results in forfeited DoD contracts and future business opportunities. 

  • Legal & Reputation Damage – Data breaches due to poor security can lead to lawsuits and loss of trust.

 

By working with experienced professionals, businesses save time, money, and resources while ensuring long-term cybersecurity resilience.

 

Conclusion

CMMC compliance isn’t just about meeting DoD regulations, it’s about protecting sensitive data, securing future business, and strengthening cybersecurity. The risks of navigating this process alone far outweigh the investment in expert support.

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Instead of struggling with compliance complexities, partnering with CMMC experts ensures a smoother, faster, and more cost-effective path to certification. Don’t go it alone, secure your company’s future by taking the right approach today.


Don’t wait until you start losing DoD business. The CMMC certification is more than just a requirement; it’s a prerequisite to securing your current and future business in the defense industry supply chain. The stakes are high, but so are the rewards. Bluestreak Compliance™ will partner with you to streamline and successfully complete this process, ensuring you achieve CMMC certification efficiently and effectively. 

 

At Bluestreak Compliance™, we recognize the challenges you may encounter on your journey to compliance. Download our Free Compliance eBook to gain more insights about compliance achievement, management, and assurance. 

 

Bluestreak Compliance™ provides affordable and effective compliance solutions for businesses with services delivered by CMMC Registered Practitioners Advanced (RPAs). Bluestreak Compliance™ is a CMMC Registered Practitioners Organization (RPO) designed to help your company achieve compliance through our proven methods. Support can be tailored to your unique requirements, whether leading your project or collaborating with your Project Manager. Partner with Bluestreak Compliance™ for answers to your cybersecurity, DFARS, NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2, and CMMC 2.0 questions.

 

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Contact Joe Coleman, Director, Cybersecurity Compliance, CMMC RPA 

joe.coleman@go-throughput.com (513-900-7934) or visit www.go-bluestreak.com

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Check out my latest article from Cyber Defense Magazine: CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released - Get Prepared Now!

 

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