The 2025 Market Trends Report on Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) outlines how the Department of Defense is reinforcing cybersecurity standards across its contractor network. CMMC is more than a compliance checkbox—it’s a long-term process that must be embedded into business operations, especially to safeguard sensitive data and defend against cyber threats. The report emphasizes that organizations must shift their culture, improve documentation, and maintain ongoing vigilance, particularly as the CMMC model evolves. It also calls on the government to clarify standards and account for mobile usage and international regulatory alignment.