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Breaking News - November 10: CMMC Phase 1 Begins

The CMMC final rule is published. Enforcement begins November 10, 2025. Learn what defense contractors must do now to stay eligible for contracts.

September 10, 2025
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CMMC Final Rule Clears Review — What Phase 1 Means for Defense Contractors

The DoD’s 48 CFR final rule clears the way for CMMC Phase 1, making certification a requirement for defense contract eligibility. This resource outlines what the rule means for contractors, the impact on supply chains, and how Coalfire and Coalfire Federal support readiness and impartial certification.

September 04, 2025
Toolkit

CMMC Pre-Readiness Toolkit

Pressure-test your scope, documentation, and team before you book your official CMMC assessment.

September 03, 2025
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Why Some C3PAOs Deliver More Than a Pass/Fail

Choosing the wrong C3PAO doesn’t just risk delays or disputes, it can affect your competitiveness, your future contracts, and your ability to sustain compliance. This article explains why experience matters.

August 25, 2025
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Industry Spotlight: Achieving CMMC Level 2 Compliance in Healthcare

Healthcare providers, medical device manufacturers, and health IT vendors serving the U.S. Department of Defense are facing a new cybersecurity mandate: CMMC Level 2 compliance.

May 29, 2025
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CMMC Level 2: Understanding ROI for Mid-to-Enterprise Defense Contractors

Calculate the ROI of CMMC Level 2 compliance. Learn how defense contractors gain contract access, reduce risk & boost efficiency. See why it's strategic + free ROI worksheet.

April 22, 2025
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10 Critical Questions Executives Should Be Asking About CMMC Level 2 Certification

Discover the 10 critical questions every executive should ask when pursuing CMMC Level 2 certification. Learn how to reduce risk, secure DoD contracts, and gain a competitive edge in the defense industrial base.

April 07, 2025
Article

CMMC Should Be a Federal Program

The recent US Treasury breach highlights systemic weaknesses in how we secure our federal supply chains. It’s time to ask a tough question: why is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) limited to the Department of Defense (DoD)?

January 08, 2025
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Why Expertise and Focus Are Non-Negotiable in a CMMC Partner

Learn why expertise and focus are must-haves when choosing a CMMC advisory partner.

December 19, 2024