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CMMC Compliance Countdown: Critical Deadlines, Penalties, and Strategic Remediation Acceleration

Source: Core Insights Advisory Services

Date: June 6, 2025


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Executive Summary:The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Final Rule is now in effect, with enforcement already underway. As of January 31, 2025, official assessments have begun, and full compliance will be mandatory for all DoD contractors by October 31, 2026. Non-compliance risks are immediate and escalating—prime contractors are actively disqualifying subcontractors who are not already certified, regardless of future deadlines.


Key Risks and Penalties:

  • Immediate disqualification from DoD contract opportunities for uncertified subcontractors.

  • Civil penalties under CCPA ranging from $2,663 to $7,988 per violation, with higher fines for intentional breaches or those involving minors.

  • Reputational damage, legal exposure, and operational disruptions due to non-compliance.


Strategic Response: Turbo-Charge Your Remediation Core Insights offers a parallel-path remediation model that accelerates your journey to certification:

  1. Phase 1: Readiness Assessment – Identify compliant areas and perform a detailed gap analysis.

  2. Phase 2: Remediation Execution – Simultaneously address gaps with coordinated support across internal teams, vendors, and partners.

  3. Phase 3: Certification Readiness – Transition seamlessly into formal CMMC assessment with most or all gaps resolved.


Act Now: Delaying certification jeopardizes your eligibility for current and future DoD contracts. Core Insights can help you “fix the plane in flight” and ensure you remain competitive and compliant in a rapidly evolving defense contracting landscape.

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