# Secureframe

> Step-by-step CMMC compliance guidance by federal assessors. Scope environment, implement controls, prepare for self-assessment.

canonical: https://secureframe.com/defense-navigator

## Achieve CMMC compliance with 

*step-by-step guidance,* not guesswork

- THE CHALLENGE — #### CMMC requirements are complex and high-stakes — CMMC requires precise scoping,  control implementation, and documentation that proves compliance. A current CMMC status is a condition of DoD contract award, and gaps can put eligibility at risk.
- THE GAP — #### Other tools don’t guide implementation — Other tools automate parts of the process but leave teams to interpret requirements and make scoping decisions on their own. This often leads to misalignment, rework, and gaps that surface in  SPRS.
- THE SOLUTION — #### Fully guided CMMC scoping and implementation — Navigator provides an AI-guided, step-by-step workflow by former federal assessors through every requirement. Teams follow a structured path to compliance, reducing risk and moving faster to a self-assessment they can stand behind.

## How Defense Navigator provides a clear path to CMMC

Navigator delivers a structured workflow that guides teams through the entire CMMC compliance process, from scoping to SPRS submission.

- Tell us about your environment — Start by answering simple questions about how your organization operates.  Defense Navigator gathers key scoping details such as the type of contracts you support, how FCI/CUI flows, your infrastructure model, and your vendor ecosystem to establish your CMMC assessment scope.
- See applicable CMMC requirements — CMMC requirements are dynamically applied based on your environment and compliance needs. Instead of filtering through irrelevant controls, you only see what actually matters for your organization based on your unique scope.
- Get clear, actionable guidance — Defense Navigator translates compliance requirements into concrete steps so your team knows exactly what needs to be done, which actions to prioritize, and how to move forward.
- Track readiness in real time — See what’s complete, what’s pending, what’s at risk, and what needs attention next. You'll always know where your compliance posture stands.
- Get ready for your self-assessment — As you approach readiness, Defense Navigator guides you into the final phase. Evidence is centralized, controls are mapped, and your posture is documented, so entering your statuses in SPRS is simple and straightforward.

### Benefits of Secureframe Defense Navigator

- #### See exactly how CMMC applies — Follow a tailored path to compliance. Defense Navigator shows you how federal requirements apply to your specific environment.
- #### A clear path from scoping to self-assessment — Understand exactly where to begin, what to prioritize, and how to move forward at every step for an efficient path to CMMC compliance.
- #### Eliminate consulting dependency — Teams can self-navigate confidently, cutting consultant costs and making it faster and easier to maintain compliance.
- #### Fewer surprises, better outcomes — Clear progress tracking, better visibility, and live evidence tied to specific requirements mean you go into SPRS with a score you can prove.

## A *complete solution* designed for the Defense Industrial Base

Navigator is part of Secureframe Defense, a platform purpose-built for managing CMMC compliance from scoping through self-assessment. Teams can connect their tech stack, track control implementation, build key policies and documents like SSPs and POA&Ms, monitor live SPRS scores, and prepare for assessment all in one solution.