Blogs
CMMC and Cloud Services: What FedRAMP, Shared Responsibility, and CUI in the Cloud Actually Mean for Small DIB Businesses
Using cloud services to store or process CUI? Here's what CMMC actually requires, how FedRAMP fits in, what 'shared responsibility' means in practice, and the common mistakes small DIB contractors make.
May 13, 2026
How to Prepare for a C3PAO Assessment: What Small DIB Businesses Need to Know
A C3PAO assessment isn't a pop quiz — it's an evidence-based audit. Here's what small DIB businesses need to prepare, what assessors actually look for, and the mistakes that generate findings.
May 12, 2026
EDR and CMMC Compliance: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What to Use
Learn what Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) is, how it works, which platforms are worth considering, and why it's essentially required for CMMC Level 2 and Level 3 compliance.
May 7, 2026
DMZ and CMMC Compliance: Do You Need One and What Are the Alternatives?
Learn what a DMZ is, whether it's required for CMMC compliance, when it makes sense to deploy one, what tools can build it, and which alternatives like network segmentation hold up under CMMC scrutiny.
May 6, 2026
CMMC Levels 1, 2, and 3: Requirements, Differences, and What Small Businesses Must Do
Not all CMMC requirements are the same. Learn the differences between Levels 1, 2, and 3 — and why a specialized MSP is the smart choice for small DIB contractors.
April 30, 2026
What Is an MSP? Why DIB Small Businesses Need a CMMC-Specialized Provider
Learn what a Managed Service Provider is, how MSPs work, and why small businesses in the Defense Industrial Base need a CMMC Level 2 & 3 specialist like GreylineOPS.
April 29, 2026