CMMC • CMMC Compliance • Cybersecurity • IT Solutions
July 17, 2026
On July 13, the Department of Defense suspended CMMC Phase 2 and opened a 60-day review of the entire program. Headlines called it the end of CMMC. The contract clauses say otherwise. This guide separates what actually changed from what remains enforceable, and explains why Wisconsin defense contractors who keep their compliance momentum through the pause will hold the advantage when verification returns.
CMMC • CMMC Compliance • Cybersecurity • IT Solutions
June 24, 2026
A DFARS clause in a contract points to NIST SP 800-171, and CMMC now verifies whether you actually implemented its 110 controls. With clause 7019 gone and 7020 renumbered as of February 2026, this guide explains how the three frameworks connect and what Wisconsin defense suppliers must do before assessments begin.
CMMC • CMMC Compliance • Cybersecurity • IT Solutions
April 16, 2026
CMMC Phase 1 enforcement began in November 2025, and Phase 2 brings mandatory third-party assessments in November 2026. Yet only 1% of Defense Industrial Base contractors report being fully ready. This guide explains what compliance requires, what it costs, and exactly how Wisconsin contractors should prepare before the Phase 2 deadline arrives.
CMMC • CMMC Compliance • Cybersecurity • IT Solutions
March 23, 2026
CMMC certification cost ranges from $5,000 for Level 1 self-attestation to over $200,000 for Level 2 contractors facing significant remediation. The final number depends on your required level and how far your current security posture sits from the standard. This guide breaks down readiness, remediation, C3PAO fees, and ongoing compliance for Wisconsin contractors.
