The Road to Certification: A CMMC 2.0 Success Story

⚠️ 7/13/2026 Update: CMMC Phase II Suspended

The Department of War has immediately suspended CMMC Phase II requirements, which were scheduled to begin November 10, 2026.

What this means: Third-party certification is paused, but your obligation to protect CUI and maintain strong cybersecurity remains. CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 self-assessments are still required where already in your contracts, along with NIST SP 800-171 compliance and DFARS safeguarding requirements.

Translation: You were given more time to study for the test. Don’t waste it.

Key Takeaways

✅ What a successful CMMC 2.0 assessment looks like

✅ Lessons learned from a manufacturer that successfully passed its audit

✅ Common challenges encountered during assessment preparation

✅ The importance of documentation, processes, and organizational buy-in

✅ Practical advice for companies preparing for their own CMMC journey