In mid-2023 the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) took a significant step toward fortifying the security of the defense industry with the introduction of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 (CMMC). The regulation, created in response to growing concerns over the security of controlled unclassified information within the supply chain, impacts all organizations that contract with the DoD. It aims to minimize the risk of data breaches, uphold the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information, and fortify the nation’s defense against evolving cyber threats. According to the regulation, these organizations must be certified across five different maturity levels, each having specific cybersecurity practices and processes.
One supplier taking action is Olson Custom Designs (OCD), Indianapolis, IN, a precision metal-manufacturing job shop offering a complete slate of machining and fabrication capabilities. Per a recent blog post on its website: “To achieve and exceed the standards set by CMMC, OCD collaborates closely with a dedicated cybersecurity consultant. This partnership ensures a meticulous adherence to the guidelines outlined in NIST SP 800-171 and other pertinent regulations, guaranteeing the implementation of robust cybersecurity measures. CMMC compliance assures OCD’s customers that their intellectual property receives top-tier protection.”
