Even with top-tier cybersecurity tools, many organizations in the defense supply chain overlook a hidden vulnerability: their productivity suite. Word processors, email platforms, and collaboration tools may seem harmless—but if they’re not built to meet government security and compliance mandates, they can be a major liability.
Collaboration vs. Compliance
Modern teams demand flexibility: remote work, real-time file sharing, and instant messaging. However, these conveniences often come at the cost of visibility and control. If your current suite wasn’t designed with CUI protections, FedRAMP Moderate equivalency, or DFARS requirements in mind, you're potentially exposing sensitive data to unnecessary risk.
Risks You May Not See
Using commercial versions of tools like Microsoft 365 can introduce:
Data residency issues (e.g., storing sensitive data outside U.S. borders)
Unlogged access from global support teams
Shared infrastructure that doesn’t meet ITAR or DFARS controls
Inability to enforce policies like FIPS 140-2 encryption or device-level conditional access
These risks compound as your organization grows or competes for higher-tier defense contracts.
What Defense-Ready Organizations Do Differently
Contractors serious about compliance take a different path. They adopt platforms that align with strict government standards from day one—platforms like Microsoft 365 GCC High.
This specialized environment is purpose-built for handling CUI, meeting DFARS/NIST 800-171 requirements, and supporting CMMC Level 2 and beyond.
When it’s time to get serious about compliance, GCC High migration services can help you make the move confidently and without disrupting your team’s workflow.