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Navigating the Uncertainties of CMMC 2.0:

An Urgent Call for Clarity

Unpacking the Complexities, Implications, and Future Outlook of the Cybersecurity Maturity
Model Certification

By David Brewer, Director of IT/Cybersecurity (Acting), Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex
Corporation

In the hyperconnected landscape of the digital age, where the onslaught of cybersecurity threats is
relentless, robust defense mechanisms are crucial. The Department of Defense (DoD) has taken a leap
in this direction with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Yet, with the introduction of
CMMC 2.0, a cloud of uncertainties looms, especially concerning the Level 3 requirements. These
uncertainties breed discord within the industry, posing significant threats to prime contracts and the
overall integrity of the nation's supply chain.

The Challenge of Ambiguity and its Broad Impact

When looking at the ambiguity surrounding the CMMC Level 3 requirements, the issue extends far
beyond inconveniencing contractors; it permeates the entire ecosystem within which these businesses
operate. Vital infrastructure and sensitive data find themselves in potentially precarious positions due to
the absence of clear guidelines.

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