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From Compliance Confusion to Confidence: How MAD Security Helped Meet DoD Guidelines and Secure More Contracts Case Study
Faced with shifting government requirements and mounting DoD deadlines, Design Interactive struggled to align its cybersecurity framework with CMMC standards. Lacking the internal expertise to navigate complex regulations, they turned to MAD Security for expert guidance. MAD Security delivered a comprehensive solution, providing an actionable POA&M, regular policy updates, and ongoing support — helping Design Interactive achieve compliance and unlock new DoD contract opportunities.
What will you learn?
- How expert guidance simplified CMMC compliance. Discover how MAD Security provided a clear, actionable Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) to help Design Interactive meet government standards with confidence.
- The business impact of achieving compliance. Learn how aligning with DoD cybersecurity guidelines positioned Design Interactive to secure new high-value contracts and strengthen market competitiveness.
- The value of ongoing support and optimization. See how MAD Security’s continuous guidance on policies and controls helped Design Interactive adapt to evolving cybersecurity requirements and improve operational efficiency.
"A search and case study was done by our VP of Shared Services. MAD Security was selected because of the personnel, expertise, and price point for assistance. Our experience was very positive."
COO, Design Interactive
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