Executive Analysis from a Leading C3PAO, Q3 2026 Report. Prepared by Coalfire Federal for Prime Contractors, Subcontractors, Executives, CISOs, Compliance Leaders, and Supply Chain Risk Owners
The CMMC Phase II pause has left many organizations questioning whether to continue preparing, but the answer is clear: don’t stop. Learn how forward-thinking contractors can use this time to strengthen NIST SP 800-171 implementation, reduce risk, and gain a competitive edge when requirements return.
The CMMC Phase 2 pause has raised a critical question: should organizations continue pursuing certification? This article explains why the answer is yes. While contract enforcement timelines have shifted, cybersecurity requirements, risk exposure, and customer expectations remain unchanged.
The Department of War’s decided to temporarily suspend the implementation of CMMC Phase II. The certification requirements may be uncertain, but the mission to protect Controlled Unclassified Information remains unchanged.
Leaders from across the CPAN ecosystem break down what a coordinated partner strategy looks like in practice. Hear directly from advisory, technical, and assessment experts on how to avoid misalignment, reduce rework, and move through the CMMC lifecycle with confidence.
As the DIB enters 2026, cybersecurity leadership is defined by action, not intention. This resource outlines 5 essential CMMC resolutions that help organizations move beyond readiness and into true security maturity. From turning policies into daily practice and strengthening supply chain trust to maintaining audit-ready evidence and committing to continuous improvement, these resolutions provide a practical leadership framework for operationalizing CMMC.
This leadership-focused guide outlines the 12 essential elements of CMMC that drive lasting cybersecurity maturity. Framed around mission, culture, and accountability, it shows how leaders can build resilient programs where compliance is the result of strong governance, empowered teams, and continuous improvement.
This article explains why contractors preparing for CMMC Level 2 in 2026 need to engage a C3PAO early. It outlines rising demand, limited assessor capacity, lessons learned from 2025 readiness gaps, and how early scheduling reduces friction, cost, and risk. The piece highlights how proactive engagement ensures eligibility for CUI-driven work and positions organizations competitively for the year ahead.
This white paper explores the organizational, operational, cultural, and financial challenges that defense contractors face on the path to CMMC compliance. Written by Travis Goldbach, Vice President of CMMC at Coalfire Federal, it outlines the most common pitfalls organizations encounter and provides practical, actionable guidance to build a sustainable, enterprise-wide compliance program.
