CMMC Readiness Can’t Pause Just Because Phase 2 of the Program Did

CMMC Readiness Can’t Pause Just Because Phase 2 of the Program Did

Author: Government Technology Insider August 24, 2026 Duration: 16:51

In this episode of the Government Technology Insider podcast, host Lucas Hunsicker discussed the practical implications of the CMMC 2.0 pause with Doug Barbin, President and National Managing Principal at Schellman. Barbin explained why the announcement, despite its abruptness, wasn’t entirely unexpected, why identifying and tracking CUI as it moves from primes down through layers of subcontractors continues to be the biggest ongoing challenge, and why the majority of Schellman clients are still moving forward with the certification. He also looked ahead to the DoW’s 60-day review, the significance of responding to the Request for Information (RFI), and where he sees emerging solutions helping smaller contractors shrink their compliance footprint.


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