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How to Store Physical CUI During Work Hours and After Hours

by Josh Manuel on May 19 2026
During work hours, keep CUI under the control of authorized people and do not leave it where unauthorized people can access, view, or overhear it. After hours, decide storage based on whether the facility provides continuous monitoring of access. If it does, unlocked desks, cabinets, or containers may be acceptable under the DoD rule. If it does not, use locked desks, file cabinets, bookcases, locked rooms, or similarly secured areas.
Frequently Asked Questions: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

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Frequently Asked Questions: Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

by Josh Manuel on Mar 30 2026
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) can be confusing, especially for organizations trying to understand what it is, who must protect it, and how physical marking fits into compliance. This FAQ answers common questions about CUI, including safeguarding requirements, physical CUI risks, marking practices, controlled environments, visitor access, and the practical steps organizations can take to improve compliance readiness.
SF 902 vs. SF 905: What’s the Difference Between These CUI Labels?

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SF 902 vs. SF 905: What’s the Difference Between These CUI Labels?

by Josh Manuel on Mar 26 2026
What is the difference between SF 902 and SF 905 CUI labels? Both are used to mark computers, monitors, hard drives, and digital media that contain Controlled Unclassified Information, but SF 902 includes “U.S. Government Property” and SF 905 does not. This guide breaks down SF 902 vs. SF 905, explains when to use each label, and helps defense contractors and other organizations choose the right CUI device label for computers, digital media, and equipment.
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CUI 101: What Controlled Unclassified Information Really Is (and Why It Matters)

by Josh Manuel on Jan 21 2026
If you work with the Department of Defense (DoD) or support the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), you’ve almost certainly heard the term CUI—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood concepts in compliance. Understanding Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is foundational to DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, and CMMC compliance. This guide breaks it down clearly and practically.
FAQ ITAR and EAR Information CUI Supply

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FAQ: Is ITAR and EAR Information also CUI on DoD Contracts?

by Josh Manuel on Dec 19 2025
Does ITAR or EAR-controlled technical data count as CUI under a DoD contract? In many cases, yes. When export-controlled technical data or technology is provided by the government or generated during DoD contract performance, it may qualify as CUI and require proper marking, access controls, and physical safeguarding. This guide explains how ITAR, EAR, DFARS 252.204-7012, and CUI requirements intersect, what manufacturers need to protect, and how to reduce compliance risk in engineering, production, quality, and visitor-access areas.
CMMC Mythbusters- CMMC 2.0/ DFARS Training & Education Series

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CMMC Mythbusters- CMMC 2.0/ DFARS Training & Education Series

by Hunter Edens on Oct 30 2025
CMMC Mythbusters is BACK December 2025! The popular CMMC 2.0/ DFARS training and education series CMMC Mythbusters returns December 15th- 19th, 2025! Once a six-part series, we have now condensed down to three parts, jam-packed with the latest updates and info you need to know to be compliant.  Join us live for the highly anticipated return of CMMC Mythbusters, led by the Chairman of the CMMC Industry Standards Council (CISC) and Chief Transformation Officer of DTC Global, Regan Edens. Sign up for each part via the links below:  Part 1: "What Exactly Is CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information)?" Part 2: "Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) vs CUI?" Part 3: "Identifying & Properly Marking CUI" This complimentary series is brought to by CUI Supply, DTC Global, and the University of Texas- Arlington. 
CMMC Phase 1 Officially Begins NOVEMBER 10TH, 2025!

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CMMC Phase 1 Officially Begins NOVEMBER 10TH, 2025!

by Hunter Edens on Sep 09 2025
❗❗ATTENTION ❗ ❗CMMC Phase I officially begins NOVEMBER 10TH, 2025! If you haven't started preparing already, the time is NOW! We want to help you get ready. Get 10% off your order total, automatically applied at checkout, at CUISupply.com.DO NOT WAIT! Get ready NOW. To read more about the Final Rule, click HERE:

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WATCH HERE: Insights from the The DoD's New CUI Marking Aid

by Hunter Edens on May 01 2025
Join Regan Edens as he dives into the details of the DoD’s new CUI Marking Training Aid. You need to know what’s in it and how it’s going to affect your organization. 

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The New DoD CUI Marking Training Aid, December 2024

by Regan Edens on Mar 03 2025
The DoD has quietly released a new CUI Marking Training Aid.... we are working on the date to dive into the details in a CMMC War Room podcast. Date and Time TBD. You can take a look at it yourself by downloading it here.