cmmc readiness

CMMC readiness refers to the preparation required for Defense Industrial Base suppliers to meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance deadlines. Discussions on WindowsForum highlight the availability of Azure-based solutions like Exostar's CMMC Ready Suite through Microsoft Marketplace, which streamlines procurement for managed identity, collaboration, enclave, and virtual desktop services. The integration with Microsoft's ecosystem aims to simplify compliance by embedding CMMC preparation into existing procurement workflows, reducing the gap between current security posture and certification requirements. Topics focus on leveraging Microsoft Azure and marketplace tools to achieve CMMC readiness efficiently.