CMMC Blogs

5 Mistakes Defense Contractors Make Before Their CMMC Assessment

Xact IT Solutions

Published on: 22/06/2026

From inflated SPRS scores to deferred POA&M items, these five pre-assessment mistakes consistently delay CMMC Level 2 certification. Here is what they look like in practice and why each one requires a leadership decision to correct.

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What's Actually in Scope for Your CMMC Assessment — and Why Most Contractors Get It Wrong

Xact IT Solutions

Published on: 25/05/2026

Defense contractors often default CMMC scope. Learn how 32 CFR 170.19 defines boundaries, what asset categories mean, and why poor scoping is the costliest mistake in Level 2 preparation.

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Lessons Learned From Recent CMMC Assessment Trends

Xact IT Solutions

Published on: 06/04/2026

Learn what recent CMMC assessment trends reveal about governance, evidence, ownership, and the recurring weak points contractors should address early.

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