Welcome to Business Lens: Your CMMC Compliance Partner

Navigating the evolving landscape of cybersecurity is critical for businesses in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). With the latest updates to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, ensuring compliance is not just a contractual requirement—it’s a vital component of national security and your business's success.

As a Registered Practitioner Organization (RPO) with CyberAB.org, we are uniquely qualified to guide you through the complexities of CMMC compliance, offering expert support tailored to your needs.

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NIST 800-171 Compliance

Why Choose Business Lens?

At Business Lens, we specialize in guiding organizations through the complexities of CMMC compliance. Our expertise ensures you meet the Department of Defense’s latest requirements, protecting your contracts and enhancing your cybersecurity posture.

  • Tailored Compliance Solutions: Whether you’re aiming for CMMC Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3, we customize strategies to fit your organization’s unique needs and assessment requirements.
  • Expert Guidance: Stay ahead with insights from industry professionals deeply familiar with the CMMC framework and NIST SP 800-171.
  • End-to-End Support: From scoping and gap analysis to assessments and implementation, we partner with you at every stage of your compliance journey.
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Stay Ahead with CMMC Compliance

The revised CMMC framework requires organizations to implement robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Compliance is now mandatory for contract awards and renewals, impacting both prime contractors and subcontractors across the supply chain.

With deadlines approaching and the phased implementation of certification levels, the time to act is now.

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Our Services Include:

  • Audit Preparation and Compliance Roadmaps:
    • We assist in preparing your organization for the rigorous requirements of CMMC certification by conducting detailed readiness assessments and creating tailored compliance roadmaps. Our focus ensures that you address all necessary federal requirements before an audit.
  • Implementation of Cybersecurity Controls:
    • Leveraging the latest CMMC guidelines, including NIST SP 800-171, we help implement robust security controls to safeguard your Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). This includes developing and refining policies, System Security Plans (SSPs), and related documentation.
  • Self-Assessment:
    • We guide your team through the self-assessment process, helping you evaluate your current cybersecurity posture against CMMC standards. We identify gaps and provide actionable recommendations to close them efficiently and in compliance with federal requirements.
  • Preparation for Attestation and Audits:
    • Whether you are pursuing self-assessment (Level 1 or 2A) or undergoing a third-party audit (Level 2B or 3), we support your organization in achieving full readiness. This includes ensuring your Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) are complete, deficiencies are resolved, and all requirements are met for attestation and audit by C3PAOs or government assessors.
  • Continuous Compliance Support:
    • Stay compliant post-certification with ongoing monitoring, training, and updates to your controls and processes, ensuring you meet the annual affirmation and triennial assessment requirements outlined in the latest federal rulings.
  • Third-Party Coordination: Work seamlessly with Certified Third-Party Assessment Organizations (C3PAOs) to secure your certification.
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Secure Your Contracts and Protect National Security

With the latest rulings, noncompliance can lead to significant risks, including disqualification from defense contracts and exposure to cyber threats. Let Business Lens empower your organization to thrive in this challenging environment while safeguarding critical information.

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Take the Next Step Today

Ready to ensure your organization is CMMC-compliant? Contact Business Lens for a consultation and discover how we can support your cybersecurity and compliance goals.

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FAQs

What is NIST 800-171?

The National Institute of Standards and Technology Special Publication 800-171 governs controlled unclassified information (CUI) in non-federal information systems and organizations. This set of standards defines how to safeguard and distribute material deemed sensitive but not classified.

Who needs to comply?

All contractors are obligated to comply with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). For government agencies such as the DoD (Department of Defense), GSA (General Services Administration), and NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration), new NIST rules took effect in 2017 that require anyone who works with CUI from those agencies to implement specific security measures for the handling of data.

When is CUI involved?

Controlled unclassified information (CUI) or FCI (federal contracting information) can be as basic as a label with a third-party name or as specific as a blueprint, intellectual property, or complete federal contract. Data that is sensitive does not have to be classified in order to be CUI. CUI includes identification, sharing, marking, safeguarding, storing, disseminating, destroying, and managing information.
Working with Business Lens and under their direction, we set forth a very well-defined course of action that resulted in Retlif achieving compliance within nine months of us starting the effort. The knowledge that Business Lens brought to the effort brought clarity and clearly expedited our road to compliance.

Walter Poggi, Retlif Testing Laboratories

When we were told by our customers, that we needed to become CMMC 2.0 certified, the task seemed daunting and confusing. We met with Business Lens and they immediately put us at ease that we could obtain this certification at a fair price and in a reasonable time period to meet our customer’s needs. The people at Business Lens have worked with us side by side to help us implement what is needed for us to be CMMC 2.0 certified. They are friendly, accessible, and helpful. The process has been seamless and organized.  We are impressed with their work and would recommend their services to companies who need to obtain CMMC 2.0 certification.

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