CMMC readiness, measured control by control.
Stop guessing about compliance. Our assessment identifies every gap, prioritizes your risks, and delivers a clear, defensible roadmap to certification.
- 110
- controls evaluated
- Any C3PAO
- assessor-agnostic findings
- 0
- CUI ever stored
- What is a CMMC readiness assessment?
- A CMMC readiness assessment is a structured, control-by-control evaluation of your organization's current cybersecurity posture against the CMMC requirements that apply to your contracts. It tells you exactly which controls you pass, which you fail, what fixing each gap will take, and how long the path to certification really is — before you spend money on remediation or an official assessment.
The problem
You Can't Fix What You Can't See
- You're unsure which CMMC level applies to your contracts
- You don't know which controls you're failing right now
- You can't estimate realistic timelines or costs
- You're worried about expensive surprises during assessment
How it works
From unknown to assessment-ready
Step 01
Scoping & Discovery
We identify your CUI handling, define system boundaries, and determine your target CMMC level.
Step 02
Control Evaluation
We assess each required control through documentation review, interviews, and technical validation.
Step 03
Gap Analysis
We document every gap with specific findings, evidence requirements, and remediation guidance.
Step 04
Roadmap Delivery
You receive a prioritized remediation plan with timelines, costs, and next steps.
Deliverables
Concrete artifacts you keep
Not advice that evaporates when the engagement ends. Everything you need to move forward — and reuse with any assessor.
You also receive
- Timeline & Milestones — Realistic schedule from start to assessment-ready
- Cost Projections — Honest estimates for implementation, tools, and assessment fees
- Executive Summary — Leadership-ready briefing on status, risks, and investment
- Quick Wins List — High-impact, low-effort improvements you can make immediately
Outcomes
Why it pays off
No Surprises
Know every gap before investing in remediation.
Smart Prioritization
Focus resources on critical risks first.
Accurate Budgeting
Realistic cost projections prevent budget overruns.
Faster Certification
Clear roadmap eliminates wasted effort and false starts.
Confident Decisions
Leadership gets the data needed for go/no-go decisions.
We've got you covered
Frequently asked questions
What if we need certification, not just readiness?
We prepare you for certification but don't certify ourselves to avoid conflicts of interest. We'll connect you with qualified C3PAOs when you're ready.
Do you store our sensitive data?
No. Our portal tracks evidence metadata, hashes, and links — never the actual CUI. Your sensitive files stay in your environment.
What if we disagree with findings?
We document everything and discuss any concerns.
Can we use this with any C3PAO?
Yes, findings are assessor-agnostic.
What if we're not ready to implement?
No obligation — use the findings however you need.
Get your gap analysis
Book a 30-minute readiness call with a Fortwise advisor. No high-pressure sales — just a clear read on where you stand and what it takes to certify.
- Confirm which CMMC level your contracts actually require
- Pinpoint the gaps most likely to fail your assessment
- Leave with a clear, prioritized path to certification
One-on-one with a CMMC advisor · No obligation · We never store your CUI
