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Breaking: 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
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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 Supply Chain and Logistics

Supply chain and logistics organizations are essential to the movement of materials, components, and data that power the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

August 25, 2025
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Not All C3PAOs Are Created Equal — Here’s Why That Matters to You

Your choice of C3PAO could be the difference between passing with confidence… or hitting costly roadblocks.

July 30, 2025
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Five Reasons Contractors Are Not Certified (Even If They Are Ready)

Many contractors are ready for CMMC but still uncertified. Learn the five key reasons why, from leadership hesitation to C3PAO delays, and how to stay assessment-ready.

July 21, 2025
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CMMC Level 2: The Real Difference Between a Mock Assessment and a Pre-Assessment

With more than six months of CMMC Level 2 assessments now completed, one pattern is clear: confusion about “pre-assessments” vs. “mock assessments” can cost organizations time, money, and their shot at certification.

July 09, 2025
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2025 Reality Check: What Prime Contractors Now Expect from Their Suppliers

If you're part of the Defense Industrial Base, your readiness is no longer measured by intent—it’s measured by implementation. The clock started ticking with CFR 32. CFR 48 will make it contractual.

July 01, 2025
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RAMPCon 2025 Recap: The Real Cost of Waiting

At this year’s RAMPCon, one message was clear: waiting is not a strategy.

June 11, 2025
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Industry Spotlight: Achieving CMMC Level 2 Compliance in Aerospace

CMMC Level 2 compliance is fast becoming non-negotiable for companies operating in the defense aerospace sector.

June 10, 2025