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CMMC Compliance Doesn’t Pause For the Government Shutdown
The federal shutdown may have paused contracting activity, but it hasn’t paused the law. CMMC requirements, DFARS clauses, and False Claims Act liability all remain in force, meaning that defense contractors should use this downtime to prepare rather than wait.
The CMMC Level 1 Evidence Gap: Why Proof, Not Policy, Decides Contract Eligibility
CMMC compliance requires evidence of compliance, not just tech policies. This article explains the why evidence matters even at the self-attestation level, what strong vs. weak evidence looks like across the six control families, and shows how organizing and automating evidence builds trust with primes and the DoW (formerly DoD).
CMMC Level 1 Requirements Explained (2025): Plain-English Guide for SMB Defense Contractors
Learn what the CMMC Level 1 requirements mean (in plain English). Includes analogies, graphics, and examples to help you understand what CMMC means for your business.
The Complete Guide to Compliance-as-Code
Turn compliance from paperwork into proof. Learn how Compliance-as-Code lowers costs, reduces risk, and accelerates deals with continuous assurance.
CMMC Scoping in the Cloud Era: Three Level 1 Scenarios
This article explains CMMC Level 1 scoping in plain English. Through cloud, MSP, and on-prem scenarios, contractors learn what’s in scope, out of scope, and how to document compliance effectively.
3 CMMC Myths That Could Trigger DoD Contract Losses and Legal Liability
Defense contractors face real risks and penalties for cybersecurity noncompliance. This article debunks three costly CMMC myths, explains the legal and business risks, and shows how Opsfolio helps safeguard contracts and reputation.