CMMC Mythbusters | CMMC Phase 2 Pause

Free Public Webinar | July 29, 2026

The recent CMMC Phase 2 pause has created confusion throughout the Defense Industrial Base.

Some contractors believe CMMC is going away. Others are pausing compliance efforts entirely. Many are unsure what the announcement changes, what requirements may still apply, and how they should adjust their plans.

On July 29, CUI Supply is bringing together contractors, compliance professionals, and organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information for a free public webinar designed to separate CMMC fact from fiction.

Date: July 29, 2026
Time: 11-12pm CST
Location: Live online webinar
Cost: Free

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The CMMC Headlines Are Simple. The Reality Is Not.

The phrase “CMMC Phase 2 is paused” has spread quickly across the defense contracting community.

But what does that actually mean for your organization?

Before delaying an assessment, changing a compliance budget, stopping implementation work, or altering your CUI protection strategy, contractors need to understand the difference between what has officially changed and what is still uncertain.

During CMMC Mythbusters, we will address the most common claims, questions, and misconceptions surrounding the Phase 2 pause.

Questions We Will Explore

• Is CMMC Phase 2 canceled or only delayed?
• Does the pause affect current contracts?
• Do NIST SP 800-171 requirements still apply?
• Can contractors safely stop preparing for certification?
• What responsibilities remain for organizations handling CUI?
• How could the pause affect future solicitations and assessments?
• What should contractors and subcontractors be doing right now?
• What developments should organizations monitor next?

This webinar will focus on practical clarity—not rumors, assumptions, or social media speculation.

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Why Attend CMMC Mythbusters?

Understand the announcement

Learn how to evaluate the CMMC Phase 2 pause without relying on headlines or incomplete interpretations.

Avoid costly assumptions

The wrong response to the pause could cause your organization to lose progress, overlook continuing obligations, or make premature budget and compliance decisions.

Ask better questions

Understand which issues contractors should be discussing with leadership, customers, prime contractors, consultants, and assessors.

Prepare for what comes next

Explore how organizations can approach the review period strategically while the future of CMMC Phase 2 is being determined.

Who Should Attend?

CMMC Mythbusters is intended for:

• Defense contractors and subcontractors
• Manufacturers and engineering firms
• Small businesses working in the federal supply chain
• Organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information
• CMMC and NIST SP 800-171 professionals
• Cybersecurity and compliance teams
• Facility security and physical security personnel
• Contract administrators
• Business owners and executive leadership
• Prime contractors managing supplier requirements

Whether your organization is preparing for a CMMC Level 2 assessment, working through NIST SP 800-171 requirements, or still determining whether it handles CUI, this webinar will help you better understand the questions raised by the Phase 2 pause.

Why CUI Supply Is Hosting This Webinar

CUI Supply works with organizations throughout the Defense Industrial Base to help make Controlled Unclassified Information easier to identify, mark, handle, store, protect, and destroy.

Since the CMMC Phase 2 announcement, we have seen growing uncertainty across the contractor community.

The headline has led some organizations to believe that CMMC requirements have disappeared entirely. Others are unsure whether they should continue preparing, delay current projects, or wait for additional guidance.

We are hosting CMMC Mythbusters to help contractors understand the conversation before making major operational, cybersecurity, or compliance decisions.

Our goal is simple:

Separate what is known from what is assumed—and help contractors prepare for what may come next.

Bring Your CMMC Questions

Attendees will have an opportunity to submit questions related to the CMMC Phase 2 pause and its potential impact on contractors and subcontractors.

Topics may include:

• CMMC Level 2 preparation
• NIST SP 800-171 implementation
• CUI handling and safeguarding
• Self-assessments
• Third-party assessments
• Prime and subcontractor expectations
• Compliance budgeting
• Future contract requirements

Questions may be submitted during registration or during the live webinar.

Register for CMMC Mythbusters

Do not make major changes to your compliance strategy based on a headline alone.

Join CUI Supply on July 29 for a free public discussion about the CMMC Phase 2 pause, the myths surrounding it, and the questions defense contractors should be asking now.

Date: July 29, 2026
Time: 11-12pm CST
Format: Live online webinar
Registration: Free

REGISTER FOR CMMC MYTHBUSTERS

Space may be limited. Advance registration is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the webinar free?

Yes. CMMC Mythbusters is a free public webinar for contractors, subcontractors, compliance professionals, and organizations interested in CMMC and CUI protection.

When is the webinar?

The webinar will take place on July 29, 2026, at [INSERT TIME AND TIME ZONE].

Where will the webinar be held?

The event will be hosted online. Registered attendees will receive access instructions before the webinar.

Who should attend?

The webinar is designed for defense contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, engineering firms, compliance teams, cybersecurity professionals, executives, and organizations handling or preparing to handle CUI.

Will attendees be able to ask questions?

Yes. Attendees will have an opportunity to submit questions during registration and during the live webinar.

Will the webinar explain the entire CMMC program?

The webinar will focus primarily on the CMMC Phase 2 pause, common misconceptions surrounding the announcement, and what contractors should consider next.

Stay Informed. Avoid Assumptions. Prepare Strategically.

CMMC may continue to change, but contractors still need to make informed decisions about cybersecurity, contract requirements, and the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information.

Join us July 29 for CMMC Mythbusters.

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This webinar is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal, contractual, cybersecurity, or compliance advice.

New to Controlled Unclassified Information?
Understanding what qualifies as CUI is foundational to CMMC, DFARS, and NIST SP 800-171 compliance. Read our guide, CUI 101: What Controlled Unclassified Information Really Is—and Why It Matters.