Don't Wait: The Real Danger of Delaying Your CMMC Compliance Journey
- Brett Brumm
- Oct 16
- 2 min read
If you are a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor, the CMMC deadline isn't just approaching—it's here. If you have a deferred 7012 clause in your contract, you must be CMMC Level 2 certified or face severe penalties and the risk of losing that business.
Waiting until the last minute is a dangerous gamble, risking everything you've built, including new contracts, existing partnerships, and your future in the defense industry.
Here’s why delaying your CMMC compliance is a critical business error:
Risk of Harsh Penalties and Lost Business : Non-compliance with the CMMC Level 2 requirement in your contract is a direct path to harsh penalties or outright losing your current DoD business.
A Massive, Ongoing Task : CMMC is not a one-time "set it and forget it" task. CMMC Level 2 requires meeting 110 controls and 320 objectives. The process includes policy and procedure documentation, technical implementation, and a comprehensive audit.
Annual Assessments and Audits : Once certified, you face an annual assessment that needs to be completed and a third-party audit every three years. Non-compliance puts you at risk every day.
The Loss of Future Contracts : If you are not certified, you cannot bid on new DoD contracts that require CMMC compliance. Competitors who are certified will be able to take the business you rely on.
The Time to Act is NOW!
The stakes are too high to hesitate. Every day without compliance means risky business or more penalties. You need a trusted partner who can provide specialized expertise, deploy sustainable technology, and harden your defenses to ensure you're not just compliant, but secure 24/7.
CETech, in alliance with Advanced Technical Solutions, launches the implementation of your compliance plan. We deploy the technology and help you stay in compliance so you can focus on your core business.
Partner with CETech and Advanced Technical Solutions today to take action.
Contact CETech to start your CMMC journey!