Beyond the Checkbox: Building Real CMMC Readiness For Manufacturers and Defense Contractors

Beyond the Checkbox: Building Real CMMC Readiness
For Manufacturers and Defense Contractors

• WHEN:  Friday, August 7, 2026
• TIME:  11:00 AM 
• WHERE:  Virtual

Many organizations approach CMMC as an audit they need to pass. Successful organizations treat it as an operational capability that strengthens security, improves resilience, and prepares them to compete for future defense contracts.

In this webinar, you'll learn what true CMMC readiness looks like beyond policies and documentation. We'll discuss how to build a sustainable compliance program that integrates people, processes, and technology into day-to-day operations while avoiding common pitfalls that delay certification.

Topics include:

• Understanding what assessors are really looking for during a CMMC assessment
• Defining your assessment scope and CUI environment correctly
• Moving beyond documentation to operational evidence
• Building sustainable processes for continuous compliance
• Leveraging automation to reduce the cost and effort of maintaining compliance
• Practical lessons learned from supporting defense contractors through CMMC readiness engagements

Whether you're just beginning your CMMC journey or preparing for an upcoming assessment, this session will provide practical guidance you can immediately apply to strengthen your cybersecurity program and improve your organization's readiness.

Who should attend: Business owners, executives, IT leaders, compliance managers, security professionals, and program managers supporting defense contractors and manufacturers within the Defense Industrial Base.