How Can Small Businesses Prepare for CMMC?

CMMC preparation for small businesses

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of a video conversation between Gregg Laroche, Head of Products and Compliance at PreVeil, and Tim Mektrakarn and John Minnix, Founders of Bright Defense. John: How can small businesses make sure they’re prepared for upcoming CMMC updates? Gregg: The final CMMC rule is complete, so we’re weeks away from…

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CMMC Compliance for SMBs: Save Time, Save Money, and Simplify Compliance

CMMC compliance for SMBs

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of a video conversation between Greg Laroche, Head of Products and Compliance at PreVeil, and Tim Mektrakarn and John Minnix, Founders of Bright Defense. Tim: “What are some key strategies for small businesses to achieve CMMC compliance on a limited budget?” John: “You know, as an SMB owner, time…

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How PreVeil Integrates with Existing Systems To Streamline CMMC

Integrating PreVeil with existing systems

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of a video conversation between Greg Laroche, Head of Products and Compliance at PreVeil, and Tim Mektrakarn and John Minnix, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “How does PreVeil integrate with existing business systems to streamline CMMC compliance?” Gregg: “One of the most valuable aspects of PreVeil overall is that it…

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20 Key Takeaways from the CMMC Final Rule for SMBs

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has recently finalized the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule on October 15, 2024, and it’s crucial for small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the defense industrial base to understand how these changes affect them. Cybersecurity is no longer optional if you’re working with the DoD, and the CMMC…

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Mastering CMMC Compliance: The Differences Between Level 1 and Level 2

The differences between CMMC Level 1 and Level 2

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of a video conversation between Greg Laroche, Head of Products and Compliance at PreVeil, and Tim Mektrakarn and John Minnix, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “What are the key differences between CMMC level 1 and level 2 compliance that businesses should be aware of? Tim: “CMMC Level 1 requires…

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Achieving CMMC Compliance with PreVeil

Achieve CMMC compliance with PreVeil

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of a video conversation between Greg Laroche, Head of Products and Compliance at PreVeil, and Tim Mektrakarn and John Minnix, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “How does Preveil help businesses achieve and maintain CMMC compliance more effectively? Greg: “Our approach includes three main elements. First is the actual Preveil…

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Streamling CMMC Compliance with JumpCloud

CMMC compliance with JumpCloud

Video Transcript Below is a transcript of the video conversation between Antoine Jebara, Co-Founder and VP of MSP Business at Jumpcloud, and John Minnix and Tim Mekatrakarn, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “Can JumpCloud help customers meet CMMC requirements?” Tim: “Yes, definitely. JumpCloud can help with CMMC by applying device management policies. One of the biggest…

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CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released: What Defense Contractors Need to Know About the New Cybersecurity Requirements 

CMMC 2.0

The Department of Defense (DoD) has officially released the final rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0. This marks a significant update to the cybersecurity requirements for defense contractors. The Department of Defense published the rule for public inspection on October 11, 2024, and it will appear in the Federal Register on October…

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CISO vs CIO: Understanding the Key Differences for Your SMB

CISO vs CIO

As a small or medium-sized business owner, you’re constantly juggling numerous responsibilities, from managing finances to driving growth. One crucial aspect of running a successful business that often gets overlooked is understanding the distinct roles of your IT leadership, specifically the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Chief Information Officer (CIO). Knowing the difference…

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