CompleteMSP Team

In our last post, we explored the broader business impacts of CMMC 2.0. Today, we’re zooming in on two key terms that drive your compliance obligations: Federal Contract Information (FCI)  and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) . Understanding the difference between them isn’t just academic, it directly affects your CMMC level, audit scope, and contract eligibility. What Is FCI? Federal Contract Information (FCI)  is any information not intended for public release that is provided by,...

In our last post, we broke down the differences between Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and how each drives your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) level. Today, we’re tackling a related, but often misunderstood topic: how COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) products fit into the compliance equation. The COTS Exemption: What It Really Means COTS is defined here   Subpart 2.1 - Definitions | Acquisition.GOV . Means any item of supply...

CMMC 2.0: From Compliance to Consequences - What It Means for Your Business