# DOD revamps controversial CMMC program

- Link: https://www.widthness.com/dod-revamps-controversial-cmmc-program/
- Published: 2021-11-08T09:15:14-06:00
- Author: Curated by John Wysocki

Article by Adam Mazmanian. Washington Technology – November 04, 2021. The Department of Defense is revamping its cybersecurity compliance program for government contractors, after a nine-month internal review and complaints from vendors large and small over the cost and complexity of the requirements. Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0, announced Nov. 4, promises a new strategic direction for protecting federal contract information and controlled unclassified information that allows for more self-assessment, eliminates several tiers of compliance and reduces the role of third party assessment. […] Click here to view original web page at washingtontechnology.com