After identifying CUI, defining your CUI system boundary, and applying proper markings, the next step is operational: NIST SP 800-171 implementation. This is where policy becomes control execution, and where many organizations either build a defensible program or create documentation…
CUI marking errors are one of the most common and most preventable sources of compliance risk. Even when organizations correctly identify CUI and scope their systems, inconsistent or incorrect markings can undermine handling controls and create downstream confusion. Step 3…
After identifying Controlled Unclassified Information, the next compliance challenge is scope. Many NIST SP 800-171 failures do not stem from missing controls, but from an undefined or poorly defended CUI system boundary. Without a clear inventory and boundary, organizations often…
Step 1 Goal: Identify CUI (without guessing) Executive Order 13556 establishes a government-wide program for managing unclassified information that requires safeguarding or dissemination controls under law, regulation, or Government-wide policy. Importantly, the Order excludes both classified information under Executive Order…
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is a federally defined information category managed under an executive branch cybersecurity program established by Executive Order 13556 and implemented through 32 CFR Part 2002. Effective CUI compliance depends on two fundamentals: recognizing CUI and handling…
Meeting ITAR Compliance Challenges with Confidence Staying compliant with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) isn’t just a matter of having policies in place. It requires purpose-built infrastructure, strict access control, and full auditability. In 2025, businesses need more…
Using the Cloud for ITAR Data: What the Law Says Yes, storing ITAR data in the cloud is possible, but only if very specific conditions are met. According to 22 CFR 120.54, certain activities involving encrypted ITAR-regulated technical data are…
The High Cost of Ignoring ITAR Regulations If you're responsible for ITAR compliance, understanding the consequences of noncompliance is no longer optional. Violating the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is more than a minor compliance misstep. It is a…
Why You Need an ITAR Checklist ITAR compliance isn’t just about avoiding penalties. It’s about staying organized, proactive, and ready for audit. To begin with, maintaining compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is essential for any organization…
Why You Need an ITAR Compliance Program ITAR compliance is not a one-time certification or a box-checking exercise. Instead, it is an ongoing regulatory obligation that requires continuous oversight, documented processes, and employee accountability. Organizations that manufacture, export, store, or…