Episode 409 February 18, 2026 β€’ 🎧 14:32

The Right Fit: A C3PAO Shopping Guide for SMBs

Based on the ND-ISAC guidelines, this episode provides a strategic framework for vetting and scoring CMMC assessors to ensure you prioritize quality and environmental fit over the lowest price

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The Right Fit: A C3PAO Shopping Guide for SMBs

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This episode breaks down the ND-ISAC’s essential guide designed to help small and medium-sized businesses avoid the "race to the bottom" when selecting a Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). We discuss how to utilize a comprehensive scoring system to evaluate potential assessors on critical criteria like technical aptitude, reasonableness, and the all-important intake process. Listeners will learn why the lowest price often carries the highest risk and how to identify an assessor who truly understands their unique environment.

www.securitycareers.help/c3pao-selection-guide-for-small-and-medium-sized-businesses-strategic-briefing

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